Science & Technology — 2026-03-18

SpaceX Starship V3 Flight 12 Targeting Early April for Maiden Launch with Raptor V3 Engines

Starship Flight 12, the V3 configuration maiden voyage, targets early April. Debuts Raptor V3 engines on both stages with redesigned thermal protection. The reentry heat shield test is critical for the Artemis Human Landing System contract.

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