SpaceX

19 ноября 2023 20:11

Watch the three center engines on Starship’s upper stage gimbaling just after separation. Right before they ignite for hot-staging, the engines angle themselves outward to direct their exhaust towards the vented interstage before re-centering for ascent.
Source: @SpaceX

SpaceX

19 ноября 2023 18:33

From the entire SpaceX team, thank you to our customers, Cameron County, spaceflight fans, and the wider community for the continued support and encouragement.
Source: @SpaceX

SpaceX

19 ноября 2023 01:55

Looks like the front fell off...
Source: @astroferg

The front of Ship 25 has been spotted from the coast Florida after the events witnessed during IFT-2.

It's possible this was the debris big enough to be visible when burning up near Puerto Rico.

Some speculate the mostly empty tanks might have allowed the front to separate at a welding line and escape the FTS during the much smaller explosion.

The FAA might not be happy about this but we can't say anything for sure.

🌐 Analysis video

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 23:16

Launch pad is in great shape
Source: @elonmusk

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 21:46

Starship ignition 🔥
Source: @ABernNYC

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 19:29

Thirty. Three. Raptors.

Super stoked to have captured Booster 9 and her Raptor engines in their glory this morning - the was the first time all 33 were successfully ignited with continuous burn through first stage flight.
Source: @_mgde_

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 18:51

Starship (Debris) Entry in Puerto Rico 🇵🇷
Source: @eliassob

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 17:48

Starship liftoff in slow motion
Source: @SpaceX

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 16:57

Tracking camera views of hot-staging separation
Source: @SpaceX

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 16:31

Starship liftoff through successful hot-stage separation
Source: @SpaceX

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 16:21

Now that we have seen a proper 1st stage burn with B9. How the hell did B7 fly? That was so broken
Source: @Lezzyl_

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 16:02

If the Starship self-destruct mechanism indeed took place when it was about to shut off its engines, then this should be the approximate area where it disintegrated
Source: @Marco_Langbroek

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 15:55

Starship launches off the pad under the power of all 33 Raptor engines on the Super Heavy Booster
Source: @SpaceX

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 15:09

Another shot of today's Starship launch. I'm still at a loss for words. What an incredible launch, and to take place at such a beautiful time of day... wow, wow, wow.
Source: @johnkrausphotos

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 15:09

33 Raptor engines pushing Starship uphill on the way to space.
Source: @TylerG1998

SpaceX

19 ноября 2023 20:05

Starship’s hot-stage separation was the first time this technique has been done successfully with a vehicle of this size
Source: @SpaceX

SpaceX

19 ноября 2023 18:27

Source: @texas_lizard, @cnunezimages, @austinbarnard45

SpaceX

19 ноября 2023 00:34

Startship Booster Flight 1 Vs. Flight 2 Velocity Comparison
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SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 22:31

Starship Liftoff through a Remote Camera, 500mm.
Source: @SpaceXFP

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 19:33

IFT-1 vs IFT-2: Aerial comparison

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 18:51

My favorite photo from this morning's launch. Captured using techniques I've never used before, it exceeded my expectations in every way. I feel this photo perfectly illustrates the beauty and power of Starship.
Source: @AJamesMcCarthy

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 18:25

First aerial look at stage zero post Starship IFT 2!
Source: @RGVaerialphotos

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 17:29

🚀 Summary of Starship's Second Integrated Test Flight

SpaceX's Starship second integrated flight test showcased a significant achievement with successful liftoff and stage separation using all 33 Raptor engines. However, the test faced challenges as the booster experienced a 'rapid unscheduled disassembly' after a hot-staging separation, and the Starship's engines continued firing until eventually being lost too.

This test was pivotal for SpaceX in enhancing Starship's reliability for their goal of multiplanetary habitation.

Key Points
•  Post-separation, the booster
underwent a 'rapid unscheduled disassembly'.
•  Starship survived stage separation but lost signal before burn completion, indicating an explosion.
•  Potential first stage pressurization issues speculated based on engine behavior.
•  SpaceX deems the test 'incredibly successful' despite the disassembly.
•  FAA reported the loss of the vehicle but no injuries or property damage.
•  FAA's mishap investigation may lead to corrective actions for SpaceX.

Do you think we will see another Starship launch before the end of the year? (Poll)

Best posts from IFT-2

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 16:46

Comparison between the two launches
Source: @spacesudoer

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 16:26

The Orbital Launch Mount is looking a lot better this time
Source: NSF

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 16:03

A mishap occurred during the SpaceX Starship OFT-2 launch from Boca Chica, Texas, on Saturday, Nov. 18. The anomaly resulted in a loss of the vehicle. No injuries or public property damage have been reported.

The FAA will oversee SpaceX's mishap investigation into the second Starship flight test, as expected, with no injuries or public property damage reported.

Full statement: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/11/18/spacex-starship-second-rocket-launch.html
Source: @thesheetztweetz

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 16:02

VIDEO & incredible sound: Watch from just under four miles away as Starship launches on its second fully-integrated flight test from Starbase.
Source: @johnkrausphotos

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 15:14

Congratulations to the entire SpaceX team on an exciting second integrated flight test of Starship!

Starship successfully lifted off under the power of all 33 Raptor engines on the Super Heavy Booster and made it through stage separation.

‍The booster experienced a rapid unscheduled disassembly shortly after stage separation while Starship's engines fired for several minutes on its way to space.

With a test like this, success comes from what we learn, and today’s test will help us improve Starship’s reliability as SpaceX seeks to make life multiplanetary
Source: @SpaceX

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 15:09

"Do you think first stage pressurisation issues? Seemed to lose engines during the flip."
I think you right after looking at the engine status during shutdown and restart after the flip.
Source: @JayTee786

SpaceX

18 ноября 2023 14:52

It did the spicy thing: hot staging.

Ship 25 ignites all six Raptor engines to separate from Booster 9.
Source: @_mgde_