SpaceX has delayed the launch of its Starship rocket from its Starbase headquarters in South Texas due to Tropical Storm Bertha. The launch, which was initially scheduled for July 23, has been rescheduled for July 24.
Launch Details
The Starship rocket is a crucial part of Elon Musk’s interplanetary travel goals and NASA’s Artemis moon program. The launch will be the 13th flight test for the Starship rocket, which is designed to be a fully reusable transportation system.
The rocket will carry 20 larger versions of SpaceX’s Starlink internet satellites, which will deploy solar arrays and antennas before falling back to Earth. The launch will also test the performance of the Super Heavy booster and the upper stage of the Starship rocket.
Launch Location
The launch will take place at SpaceX’s Starbase headquarters in South Texas, near the border with Mexico. The location is about 180 miles south of Corpus Christi and has become a popular spot for spectators to watch the launches.
Those interested in watching the launch can do so in person at Isla Blanca Park on South Padre Island or online through SpaceX’s website.
Original reporting: Las Cruces Sun News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
