SpaceX Tests Starship Prototype Ship 26

SpaceX is testing Ship 26, which is currently placed on the Suborbital Pads in Boca Chica. Ship 26 is a special Starship that does not feature aerodynamic surfaces. It is unknown if the vehicle will be used for flight testing. The window for today goes from 8 AM to 8 PM local time. The road was closed earlier. Ship 26 was previously cryotested twice at the Suborbital Pad A at Starbase in February and currently features six installed Raptor engines. 24/7 Coverage: ⚡ Become a member of NASASpaceflight’s channel for exclusive discord access, fast turnaround clips, and other exclusive benefits. Your support helps us continue our 24/7 coverage. ⚡ 🔍 All content copyright to NSF. Not to be used elsewhere without explicit permission from NSF.