Starship Program
Fully reusable super heavy-lift launch vehicle developed by spacex for Orbital Launch, Mars Colonization, and Point-to-Point Transport. System architecture comprises two stages: Super Heavy booster and starship spacecraft. Engineered for rapid reusability, high thrust via Raptor Engine array, and in-orbit propellant transfer capability.
Recent Updates
2026-05-17
- Flight 12 Status: Preparations underway for twelfth integrated flight test.
- Hardware Designations:
- Upper Stage: Starship Variant 3 (V3) configured for upcoming operations.
- Booster: Super Heavy 19 assigned for Flight 12 integration.
- Source: SpaceX Starship Flight 12 Preparations: V3, Super Heavy 19, and Space Industry Updates.