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technology1 hour ago•7 min saved

SpaceX unveils $100B Louisiana launch hub to power Starship ambitions

SpaceX announced a $100 billion Starbase Louisiana launch facility on a 125,000-acre site to enable thousands of Starship flights to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars and beyond, with construction starting next year and the first launch from Louisiana planned for 2029. The project is expected to create more than 3,000 direct jobs and over 8,100 indirect roles, positioning Louisiana as a global aerospace hub and expanding SpaceX’s footprint beyond Texas and Florida.

via BBC|

#aerospace #launch-site #louisiana

technology3 years ago•3 min saved

SpaceX's Environmental Permit Issues Surround Starship's Testing in Texas

SpaceX conducted a "full-pressure test" of its new flame deflector system at its Starship Super Heavy launch site in Texas without obtaining the necessary environmental permits. The company did not apply for permits that would allow it to discharge industrial process wastewater into the surrounding area as required by the Clean Water Act. The flame deflector system is designed to diffuse heat, sound, and energy generated during test flights and launches. The site is located near wetlands crucial for endangered species and indigenous populations. SpaceX has not disclosed the amount of water used in the test or its disposal methods. Environmental experts warn that unregulated wastewater discharge can degrade water quality and harm wetland habitats. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality confirmed that SpaceX had not applied for the required permit. The company has not provided a reason for proceeding without the permit.

via CNBC|

#clean-water-act #environmental-permits #flame-deflector

space3 years ago•5 min saved

Starbase Repairs and Ship Preparations Underway for Future Flights.

Repairs on the Orbital Launch Site and tank farm are proceeding at pace, with scaffolding installed on the Orbital Launch Mount and a set of stairs for worker access. Several ships are in various stages of preparation, ahead of the selection for which will be the next to launch with Booster 9. A new high bay is also in work for the Starbase site, which would increase the number of ships and boosters that can be constructed and prepared for flight at any one time.

via NASASpaceflight.com|

#booster #launch-site #repairs