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SpaceX pushes next Starship launch back to Sept. 28, a 6-day delay for megarocket's 1st orbital flight

SpaceX delays next Starship launch to September 28, a 6-day delay for the megarocket's first orbital flight.

By · Published September 18, 2026  02:33 UTC · Updated September 18, 2026  03:24 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: SpaceX delays next Starship launch to September 28, a 6-day delay for the megarocket's first orbital flight.
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The delay affects the company's ambitious plans to launch the Starship into orbit for the first time. SpaceX is aiming to put the first 'V3' Starlink satellites into orbit with this flight. The Starship is a critical component of Elon Musk's space exploration plans.

The company has been working on the Starship program for several years and has faced numerous delays and setbacks. The next launch attempt will be closely watched by space enthusiasts and industry observers. SpaceX will try to put the Starship in orbit for the first time on September 28.

The Starship is a reusable spacecraft designed to take both people and cargo to the Red Planet.

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Why did SpaceX delay the Starship launch?

Coverage does not yet specify the reason for the delay.

What is the purpose of the Starship mission?

According to coverage from TechCrunch, SpaceX is aiming to put the first 'V3' Starlink satellites into orbit with this flight.

What happens next?

SpaceX will attempt to launch the Starship on September 28.

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