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SpaceX's Starship-Super Heavy Cleared for Takeoff: FAA Grants Launch License
by Clarence Oxford
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 14, 2024

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has officially granted Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX) the authorization to launch the Starship-Super Heavy vehicle. This permission, detailed in license number VOL23-129 Rev.2, allows for a series of launches from the SpaceX Boca Chica Launch Complex in Texas.

As of March 13, 2024, SpaceX is sanctioned to carry out both pre-flight ground operations and actual flight missions, strictly adhering to the FAA's regulations and the license's stringent conditions. The license outlines specific operational and financial responsibilities that SpaceX must meet, including maintaining substantial liability insurance coverage. Notably, SpaceX is required to hold a $48 million policy for pre-flight ground operations and a staggering $500 million for flight operations from Boca Chica, Texas.

This license update introduces several critical modifications and additional environmental mitigation measures. Specifically, SpaceX is now authorized to target both the Gulf of Mexico and the Indian Ocean, excluding contingency landing locations, for the Flight 3 mission. Furthermore, the company must comply with comprehensive environmental assessments and mitigations to ensure minimal impact on the surrounding ecosystems.

A significant part of this regulatory framework involves strict compliance monitoring and verification processes. An FAA Safety Inspector will oversee SpaceX's Boca Chica launch operations to ensure adherence to all safety and environmental standards. Moreover, SpaceX is obligated to report any anomalies or the fate of expended vehicle stages within specified time frames, reinforcing the commitment to transparency and safety.

This license represents a pivotal milestone for SpaceX and commercial space transportation, emphasizing the collaborative effort between the aerospace industry and federal regulators to advance space exploration while maintaining public safety and environmental integrity.

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