SpaceX 150m Hop Starship Hopper
Rocket Launch Video Stream
About the Starhopper 150m Hop Mission
- Type: Test Flight
- Orbit: Suborbital
SpaceX's latest prototype rocket design, Starhopper, has successfully performed a 150m hop on Tuesday August 27, 2019 at 22:02 UTC.
This mission will be launched aboard SpaceX's Starship, the world's most powerful rocket and the first fully reusable super heavy-lift launch vehicle. Starship is designed to carry crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars, and beyond, representing a revolutionary advancement in space transportation technology with its unprecedented payload capacity and complete reusability.
Launch Pad & Location
Suborbital Pad A
SpaceX Starbase, TX, USA
The Suborbital Pad A launch pad has hosted 7 rocket launches, including 0 orbital launch attempts. The SpaceX Starbase, TX, USA launch site has been the location for 21 total rocket launches.
Starbase is an industrial complex for Starship rockets and the headquarters of the American aerospace manufacturer company SpaceX. Located near Brownsville, Texas, United States, it has been under construction since the late 2010s by SpaceX. Starbase is composed of a spaceport near the Gulf of Mexico, a production facility at the Boca Chica village, and a small structure test site along the Texas State Highway 4.
SpaceX Starship Prototype Rocket
Prototype of SpaceX's Starship, a fully reusable second stage and space vehicle.
Booster Landing & Recovery
Core Starhopper
Starhopper successfully landed after its 150m hop. Reusable booster Starhopper last flew on 08/27/2019 and has completed 2 successful launch and landing missions. First prototype of the Starship vehicle. Starhopper was a short test article that flew once to a height of 150m before landing safely.
SpaceX Starship Landing Pad - LZ
This is the landing pad used for early Starship development flights.
Return to Launch Site - RTLS
A return to launch site usually means that after stage separation the booster flips and does a burn back towards the launch site, landing near where it initially launched from.
A sonic boom may occur during booster recovery as the first stage returns to the landing zone. This atmospheric phenomenon creates a loud sound as the rocket breaks the sound barrier during its descent.
About SpaceX
Space Exploration Technologies Corp., known as SpaceX, is an American aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company headquartered in Hawthorne, California. It was founded in 2002 by entrepreneur Elon Musk with the goal of reducing space transportation costs and enabling the colonization of Mars. SpaceX operates from many pads, on the East Coast of the US they operate from SLC-40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and historic LC-39A at Kennedy Space Center. They also operate from SLC-4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, usually for polar launches. Another launch site is being developed at Boca Chica, Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the SpaceX Starship Prototype Starhopper 150m Hop launch scheduled?
The SpaceX Starship Prototype Starhopper 150m Hop launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the SpaceX Starship Prototype Starhopper 150m Hop launch video?
You can watch the SpaceX Starship Prototype launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the SpaceX Starship Prototype Starhopper 150m Hop mission launch from?
The SpaceX Starship Prototype rocket launched from Suborbital Pad A at SpaceX Starbase, TX, USA. Starbase is an industrial complex for Starship rockets and the headquarters of the American aerospace manufacturer company SpaceX. Located near Brownsville, Texas, United States, it has been under construction since the late 2010s by SpaceX. Starbase is composed of a spaceport near the Gulf of Mexico, a production facility at the Boca Chica village, and a small structure test site along the Texas State Highway 4.
What rocket was used for the Starhopper 150m Hop mission?
The Starhopper 150m Hop mission launched aboard a SpaceX Starship Prototype rocket. Prototype of SpaceX's Starship, a fully reusable second stage and space vehicle. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
Did the SpaceX Starship Prototype booster for Starhopper 150m Hop attempt a landing?
Yes, the Starship Prototype first stage booster attempted a Return to Launch Site at a designated landing zone. Booster recovery allows SpaceX to reuse rocket components, significantly reducing launch costs. Learn more about the landing details.
What weather conditions could have delayed the SpaceX Starship Prototype Starhopper 150m Hop launch?
The SpaceX Starship Prototype Starhopper 150m Hop launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the SpaceX Starship Prototype Starhopper 150m Hop launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest SpaceX Starship Prototype launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Starhopper 150m Hop mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official SpaceX live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.