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turbinetree

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Tue Feb 2, 2021, 01:11 PM Feb 2021

FAA clears way for SpaceX Starship SN9 flight

Source: Reuters

AEROSPACE AND DEFENSE
FEBRUARY 2, 2021 11:21 AM UPDATED 41 MINUTES AGO
By David Shepardson

2 MIN READ

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said Tuesday that it cleared the way for the flight of SpaceX Starship SN9, saying it complies with all safety and related federal regulations.

Prior to the Starship SN8 test launch in December, SpaceX sought a waiver to exceed the maximum public risk allowed by federal safety regulations.

After the FAA denied the request, SpaceX proceeded with the flight. The FAA required SpaceX to conduct an investigation of the incident after the flight and all testing that could affect public safety at the Boca Chica, Texas, launch site was suspended until the investigation was completed.


Read more: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-spacex-faa/faa-clears-way-for-spacex-starship-sn9-flight-idUSKBN2A2274?il=0



Hey Elon really, your comments at the end of the article says everything ..............
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