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SpaceX Seeks FAA Review for Up to 456 Annual Starship Launches

SpaceX Seeks FAA Review for Up to 456 Annual Starship Launches

SpaceX has proposed increasing Starbase activity from 25 to as many as 456 launches and 912 landings per year. The proposal is entering FAA environmental review, not approved; concerns include vehicle reliability, refurbishment, safety, local environmental and noise impacts, atmospheric effects, and growing orbital collision risks.

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Updated Oct 17, 2026