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SpaceX set to conduct world’s first and second orbital launches of 2022

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It’s possible that SpaceX’s next launch will also be delayed, causing another schedule flip-flop, but the company’s third dedicated rideshare mission remains on track to lift off NET 10:25 am EST (15:25 UTC) on January 13th as of Tuesday. (2/4) Fairing recovery north of Cuba ~606km downrange. Booster LZ1 landing.

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SpaceX successful in epic third Starship test launch

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During the final moments of the re-entry, the forces on the vehicle became too much, and around the 2 km mark, the booster engine attempted to light for the landing burn, but it appears a few failed, and the booster was lost shortly after. Questions or comments? Shoot me an email at rangle@teslarati.com , or Tweet me @RDAnglePhoto.

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SpaceX Falcon 9 launch scrubbed by wayward cruise ship

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Fairing recovery north of Cuba ~596km downrange. Further, had Falcon 9 been able to launch, perfectly clear skies and a liftoff scheduled about 15 minutes after sunrise could have created a spectacular light show visible for one or several hundred miles in every direction as Falcon 9 rose back into direct sunlight. 28 Jan to 01 Feb.

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