The FAA has granted approval for SpaceX's Starship Flight 9, despite the previous two flights ending in explosions which scattered debris and impacted air travel. The FAA has significantly expanded the Aircraft Hazard Area to about 1,600 nautical miles to ensure public safety. While the specific causes of the previous failures have not been fully disclosed by SpaceX, the FAA is closely monitoring compliance with safety regulations in collaboration with other nations. This marks a critical step for SpaceX as it continues to develop its launch capabilities.
SpaceX's Starship exploded during two prior flights, prompting the FAA to expand the Aircraft Hazard Area for Flight 9, now approximately 1,600 nautical miles.
The AHA for Flight 8 was 885 nautical miles, but the FAA's updated safety analysis has nearly doubled the area for Flight 9.
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