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SpaceX Plans Second Try for Starship Flight 13 After Abort

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SpaceX is set to attempt the 13th test flight of its Starship rocket on Thursday, July 23, after the first try was aborted at the last second on July 16. The company had originally aimed to launch on that date, but the countdown was halted just before liftoff. No official reason for the abort was given, but such delays are common in rocket testing. Starship is the largest rocket ever built, designed to carry crew and cargo to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. The vehicle consists of two stages: a booster called Super Heavy and the Starship spacecraft itself. Each flight test aims to gather data and push the technology forward. Flight 13, if successful, will continue a series of increasingly ambitious tests. Previous flights have achieved milestones like stage separation and controlled landings, though some ended in explosions. SpaceX founder Elon Musk has emphasized that rapid iteration and learning from failures are key to the program. Weather and technical checks will determine whether the July 23 window holds. The launch is expected from SpaceX's facility in Boca Chica, Texas, also known as Starbase. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. In India, call the Tele-MANAS helpline on 14416. Elsewhere, contact your local crisis line.

Sources: Space.com
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