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SpaceX Targets Next Week for Starship Launch Attempt

July 18, 2026

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Key Takeaways

SpaceX plans to launch Starship next week after a last-second abort.
Four of the booster's 33 engines did not ignite during Thursday's test.
SpaceX will replace two Raptor engines before the next launch attempt.
Starship could carry 20 Starlink satellites on its 13th flight test.

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Strategic Implications

This launch attempt may indicate SpaceX's progress in developing the Starship rocket, which could have significant implications for the company's future growth and competitiveness in the space industry. The abort and subsequent delay suggests that the company is taking a cautious approach to testing, which could impact its ability to meet ambitious development timelines.

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What Happened

Starship Rocket Faces New Test After Last-Second Abort

SpaceX is targeting next week for another attempt to launch its Starship rocket after a last-second abort during engine ignition on Thursday. The company plans to replace two Raptor engines before the next launch attempt, which could carry 20 Starlink satellites on its 13th flight test. The abort has wiped roughly $100 billion from SpaceX’s market value, but investors remain optimistic about the company’s long-term prospects. This development was first reported by Reuters.

Source | Originally Published: July 17, 2026

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