Science1 hOctober 9, 2026, 21:36

Ship 42 Undergoes More Cryo Proof Testing as Ship 40 Returns to Texas

SpaceX has rolled Ship 42 back to Massey's for a third round of cryo-proof testing after removing all six engines, likely to address Raptor Vacuum engine outs seen on Flights 12 and 14. Flight 15 with Booster 22 is targeted for no earlier than Nov. 8, while Flight 16 could be the first Starship launch from LC-39A at Kennedy Space Center. Ship 40 returned to Texas after 75 days at sea.

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Ship 42 Undergoes More Cryo Proof Testing as Ship 40 Returns to Texas

Flight 15 with Ship 42 and Booster 22 is NET Nov. 8
Ship 42 went through cryo testing a third time after engine removal
Flight 16 could launch from LC-39A NET Dec. 10
Ship 40 returned to Texas after 75 days at sea

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