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SpaceX Prepares Starship V3 Launch for 2026 Moon Mission

3/19/2026

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Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX) is preparing for the Starship V3 launch in April 2026.
The Starship V3 includes a taller Super Heavy booster and Raptor 3 engines, enabling over 100 tons to LEO.
Booster 19 completed a static fire test at Pad 2, though it ended early because of a ground issue.
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) aims for a Moon landing by 2028.

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Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX) is preparing for the Starship V3 launch in April 2026.
The Starship V3 includes a taller Super Heavy booster and Raptor 3 engines, enabling over 100 tons to LEO.
Booster 19 completed a static fire test at Pad 2, though it ended early because of a ground issue.
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) aims for a Moon landing by 2028.