Starship Super Heavy launch: When and where to watch 9th test flight
WHEN WILL STARSHIP SUPER HEAVY LAUNCH?The launch is scheduled for Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 5:00 am IST from SpaceX's Starbase facility near Boca Chica Beach, South Texas.The booster slated for this flight previously flew on Flight 7 earlier this year. Unlike previous flights, the booster will perform a splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico rather than being caught by the launch tower's robotic arms.The flight profile includes ignition of all 33 Raptor engines on the booster, stage separation via hot-staging, and multiple in-flight experiments. HOW TO WATCH STARSHIP SUPER HEAVY LAUNCH? India Today Science will bring you all the coverage of the ambitious launch. SpaceX will also livestream the launch.You can watch the livestream here. The Starship upper stage will attempt to reach its planned trajectory and deploy several Starlink simulator satellites before returning for a splashdown in the Indian Ocean.advertisementLocal authorities near Boca Chica have closed roads through May 29 to ensure public safety during the launch and potential contingency days on May 28 or 29.Following two previous unsuccessful attempts earlier this year, SpaceX is hopeful that Flight 9 will demonstrate improved reliability and pave the way for future crewed missions and interplanetary travel.Must Watch
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