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Why did SpaceX's Starship not launch?

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SpaceX's Starship did not launch due to a ground system issue encountered during the fueling process, specifically involving the handling of super-cooled fuels. The decision to abort was made as a precaution to ensure all systems were functioning correctly.

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SpaceX aborts Starship test flight launch

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  • SpaceX aborted a Starship test flight due to a ground system issue during fueling. 2s
  • Handling super-cooled fuels presents significant technical challenges for the launch system. 7s
  • The Starship program is vital for future lunar missions and could reduce launch costs. 42s
  • Technical setbacks are common in new aerospace vehicle development, and SpaceX is proceeding cautiously. 1m 31s
  • SpaceX plans to resume testing once all systems are confirmed ready. 2m 35s
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7 hours ago
SpaceX aborts Starship test flight launch

They were pumping the super cooled fuel in the oxygen, which is at like minus 300 degrees, and the methane, which is at like minus 250 degrees. Imagine how hard that is on the valves and the pumps.

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SpaceX aborts Starship test flight launch

They want to make sure everything's working right. And obviously something in the in the pumping.

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SpaceX aborts Starship test flight launch

Remember back in June, the spaceship blew up while they were pumping the fuel in. So they really want to get it right. Better to be conservative and not jump ahead.

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