SpaceX Starship Effectively Grounded by the FAA
SpaceX’s Starship prototype, SN15, made history on May 5th when it launched and completed a successful in-air flip maneuver before landing in one piece. However, just two days later, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has effectively grounded the prototype by revoking its launch license. This unexpected move has come as a surprise to many, as the launch of SN15 was heralded as a major milestone for SpaceX and the aerospace industry.
SpaceX’s Starship prototype, SN15, made history on May 5th when it launched and completed a successful in-air flip maneuver before landing in one piece. However, just two days later, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has effectively grounded the prototype by revoking its launch license. This unexpected move has thrown a major wrench into SpaceX’s plans and has left many wondering what the future holds for the Starship program. It is clear that the FAA is taking a serious stance on ensuring public safety, but we can only hope that SpaceX and the FAA can come to a resolution soon and allow the Starship program to continue its progress.
source: Phys.org