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FAA’s Mishap Investigation Into Starship Launch Ends With 63 Action Items

FAA’s Mishap Investigation Into Starship Launch Ends With 63 Action Items
SpaceX recently stacked the next Starship and Super Heavy which will be used for the second test flight, when SpaceX receives FAA approval. Photo: SpaceX

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has closed its mishap investigation into SpaceX’s Starship flight test in April, giving the company 63 corrective actions to move forward, including redesigning the launch pad. The FAA released a brief statement on Friday about the investigation, saying the investigation’s closure does not mean SpaceX can immediately resume launches at Boca Chica. The FAA said SpaceX must “implement all corrective actions that impact public safety” and receive a license modification that addresses “all safety, environmental and other applicable…

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