SpaceX in talks to land and recover Starship rocket off Australia’s coast
undefined 30, 2024
SpaceX, the US Space Force, and the Australian Space Agency have yet to comment on discussions about landing SpaceX's Starship in Australia. The proposed plan involves towing the Starship to a nearby Australian port after ocean or barge landings, potentially on the western or northern coasts. This initiative aims to bolster Australia's space defense amid rising Chinese influence and enhance US-Australian space ties. The discussions include regulatory challenges and future possibilities, such as launching from Australia. Starship, a 400-foot reusable rocket, is key to SpaceX's ambitious space and cargo delivery goals.
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