SpaceX announces target date for 13th Starship launch

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- SpaceX has announced the target date for its thirteenth Starship test flight.

The launch window is scheduled to open as early as 5:45 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, from Starbase. The thirteenth Starship test flight will be the second flight test of 2026.

According to Starbase, the thirteenth Starship test flight aims to accomplish goals similar to those of the previous flight test, which included the debut of the third-generation Starship and Super Heavy vehicles.

In addition to completing similar objectives, the flight will also carry the next-generation Starlink V3 satellites for the first time.

SpaceX and local law enforcement have established a safety perimeter and coordinated temporary road closures along State Highway 4 and at Boca Chica Beach.

SpaceX added that the target dates may change due to a variety of factors.