SpaceX reveals why the last two Starships failed as another launch draws near
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- SpaceX received FAA approval for the 10th test flight of Starship.
- Final preparations include a 'spin prime' test and engine inspections.
- Launch scheduled for August 24, 2025, at 6:30 pm local time in Texas.
- Starship is 403 feet tall, with Super Heavy booster and 33 Raptor engines.
- SpaceX aims to overcome technical issues from previous test flights.
- Previous 2024 flights achieved milestones like Super Heavy booster recovery.
- 2025 setbacks include incomplete suborbital flights, delaying future milestones.
- Future goals include upper stage recovery and orbital refueling.