SpaceX Big Slap to ULA CEO About “Partially assembled” Raptor 3 engine!
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00:00: Intro
00:45: Flight 5’s progress
03:37: SpaceX leaders’ response about ULA CEO comments
06:38: Rocket Lab’s new engine progress
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SpaceX Big Slap to ULA CEO About “Partially assembled” Raptor 3 engine!
There’s no time to wait—exciting developments are on the horizon.
Starship hardware is in the final stages of preparation, ready to overcome the last obstacles on its path to Flight 5.
Recently, Elon Musk and Gwynne Shotwell responded to ULA CEO Tory Bruno’s critical remarks about the Raptor 3 release, drawing attention across the industry.
Additionally, Rocket Lab has tested a new engine for its forthcoming reusable rocket, signaling its readiness to compete in the rapidly evolving space race.
With a wealth of intriguing updates to explore today, let’s get started.
SpaceX Big Slap to ULA CEO About “Partially assembled” Raptor 3 engine!
The countdown to the fifth integrated flight of Starship is in its final weeks, with anticipation building for the missions ahead.
SpaceX has been diligently preparing for this significant event. Recently, the company shared a tweet on X featuring images of the two critical components for the flight: S30 and B11. The accompanying message was clear: “Flight 5 Starship and Super Heavy are ready to fly, pending regulatory approval.”
Following the static fire on July 26, S30 was brought back to the Production Site for thorough checks on its engine system and heat shield. After a brief stint at the Rocket Garden for additional checks, it was moved to Mega Bay 2. One notable update to S30 was the installation of a new Raptor Vacuum engine.
SpaceX Big Slap to ULA CEO About “Partially assembled” Raptor 3 engine!
After the engine replacement, S30 was transferred to Massey. Initially, it seemed another static fire test was on the horizon, but SpaceX opted for a spin prime test instead, indicating confidence in the new engine’s reliability. With these steps completed, S30 is fully prepared for the upcoming flight.
Regarding B11, following the static fire test on July 15, it was returned to Mega Bay. Recently, the hot-staging ring for B12 has emerged, indicating that it is ready to be assembled onto the booster.
With these preparations in place, both S30 and B11 are poised for the next phase. They are expected to proceed to the Launch Pad for Wet Dress Rehearsal, likely within the next two weeks. The subsequent steps will be expedited in preparation for a potential launch in early September.
However, everything is contingent on FAA approval. While the FAA is not investigating the recent mishap, they may be evaluating a proposal for catching the booster with the Mechazilla Arm, which could extend the timeline. We anticipate an update on the license approval soon.
In the tweet mentioned, SpaceX also noted: “Additional booster catch testing and Flight 6 vehicle testing is planned while waiting for clearance to fly.”
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