SpaceX launch teams prepare the SpaceX Super Heavy Booster and Starship spacecraft on Orbital Launch Pad 2 at Starbase, Texas on Friday May 22, 2026. In addition to the new launch pad, the booster and spacecraft have been upgraded to support missions including Starlink as well as NASA s Artemis program. SBP20260522005 JOExMARINO
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Recording Date: May 22, 2026
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SpaceX launch teams prepare the SpaceX Super Heavy Booster and Starship spacecraft on Orbital Launch Pad 2 at Starbase, Texas on Friday May 22, 2026. In addition to the new launch pad, the booster and spacecraft have been upgraded to support missions including Starlink as well as NASA s Artemis program. SBP20260522005 JOExMARINO
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