SpaceX is set to conduct the fifth test flight of its Starship rocket at the Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas. The test flight is scheduled to take place on Sunday, with liftoff expected to occur during a 30-minute launch window starting at 8:25 a.m. ET.
During this test flight, SpaceX will attempt to launch the Super Heavy rocket booster, carrying the uncrewed Starship spacecraft. It is a significant milestone as the company will, for the first time, try to bring back and safely land the rocket’s booster, known as Super Heavy.
After the launch, the booster will head back towards the launch site, where a unique system of massive metal arms, referred to as “chopsticks,” will try to catch the booster mid-air, preventing a hard landing.
This test flight marks another step forward in SpaceX’s ambitious plans for space exploration and transportation. Viewers can watch the live stream of the event to witness this groundbreaking moment.
Stay tuned for updates on this historic test flight and the latest developments in space exploration.