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SpaceX Seeks FAA Approval to Resume Falcon 9 Launches

Following a recent anomaly, SpaceX aims to quickly return to its launch schedule, pending FAA safety review.

  • SpaceX has requested the FAA's approval to continue Falcon 9 launches after a liquid oxygen leak during a recent mission.
  • The FAA is evaluating whether the anomaly posed any public safety risks before granting approval.
  • Upcoming missions include the Polaris Dawn commercial spacewalk and NASA's Crew-9 launch to the ISS.
  • SpaceX's Falcon 9 has a strong safety record with only two failures in 364 missions over 14 years.
  • The rocket is critical for SpaceX's Starlink satellites, national security missions, and high-profile government launches.
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