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SpaceX Postpones Starship’s Eighth Test Flight
Launch Halted 40 Seconds Before Liftoff
On Monday, March 3, 2025, SpaceX postponed the eighth test flight of its Starship rocket due to technical issues discovered during the final countdown. The launch was halted just 40 seconds before liftoff after earlier holds to address problems with the Super Heavy booster.
First Starship Launch Attempt Since January Explosion
This mission was planned to deploy four mock Starlink satellites and marked the first Starship launch attempt since the previous test in January ended in an explosion over the Atlantic Ocean. That incident prompted a federal investigation into the vehicle’s safety and performance.
Elon Musk Calls for Additional Inspections
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk commented on the delay, stating that there were “too many question marks about this flight.” He emphasized that it was best to “destack, inspect both stages, and try again in a day or two.”
Uncertain Timeline for Next Attempt
The company has not confirmed a new launch date, but there is a possibility of attempting the flight again on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, depending on the resolution of the identified issues.
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