SMRTR TechMay 19, 2026Teslarati

SpaceX reveals date for maiden Starship v3 launch

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SpaceX is targeting May 21 for the first launch of Starship v3, its most advanced rocket yet. Standing 124 meters tall, the upgraded vehicle features next-generation Raptor 3 engines, a stronger heat shield, and improved systems for orbital refueling — a key step toward Moon and Mars missions. The flight will also deploy Starlink satellites and test booster splashdown recovery.

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