SpaceX Sets 22 September Launch Date for Starship's First Orbital Flight
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SpaceX Sets 22 September Launch Date for Starship's First Orbital Flight
SpaceX has officially declared Starship ready for its first orbital flight, setting a launch date of 22 September 2026. If it goes ahead, this will be the moment the most powerful rocket ever built finally does what it was designed to do: complete a full lap of Earth before returning.
Key Takeaways
- SpaceX has set 22 September 2026 as the launch date for Starship's first orbital flight attempt
- Starship is designed to carry up to 100 tonnes to low Earth orbit, roughly five times the Falcon Heavy's capacity
- A successful orbital test is a prerequisite for Starship's role as NASA's Artemis Human Landing System for Moon missions
- The flight will test full stage separation, orbital insertion, and controlled return of the Super Heavy booster
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