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SpaceX declares Starship ready for orbit, sets launch date next week

Ars Technica • Tue, 15 Sep 2026

Reaching orbit would mark a significant milestone.

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Reaching orbit would mark a significant milestone.

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Reaching orbit would mark a significant milestone.

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