- By Alex David
- Wed, 16 Jul 2025 05:49 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
SpaceX's next Starship test flight could come any day now, as Elon Musk announced the 10th flight is just weeks away. If all goes according to plan, this launch would mark its fourth since 2025 and mark an important step toward operational readiness for its fully reusable mega-rocket. Musk announced this news via X (formerly Twitter), giving the company additional momentum towards interplanetary travel and giving hope of human settlement on Mars within our lifetimes.
Starship Flight 10: Expected Launch Timeline and Details
Launch Date and Timeline
Elon Musk recently responded to a user on X and revealed the launch is estimated to take place three weeks from when his reply was made. Current estimates put it around August 4, 2025 as a possible date.
Launch plans remain subject to regulatory approvals.
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Vehicle Configuration
SpaceX will likely use Ship 37 as its new upper stage following its explosion during testing on June 18.
Booster 16, which recently completed an extremely successful 33-engine static fire test, is scheduled to pair up with Ship 37.
Significance of the 10th Flight
This marks the fourth Starship launch for 2025.
SpaceX marks another significant step toward full reusability and long-range missions.
SpaceX’s Mars Mission: Elon Musk’s Long-Term Vision
Progress at Starbase
Musk recently shared a video showcasing progress at Starbase facility in Texas. This post highlighted advances in manufacturing, fueling, and pre-launch testing at this spaceport facility.
The post showcased advances in manufacturing, fueling, and pre-launch testing.
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Human Settlement on Mars
Asked by an X user if humans will ever settle on Mars within our lifetimes, Musk replied with an emphatic "Yes."
Here’s what SpaceX envisions for the coming decades:
Aspect | Details |
Starship Launch Rate | 1,000–2,000 launches every two years |
Mission Goal | Transport both cargo and people to Mars |
Long-Term Plan | Establish a permanent, self-sustaining settlement |
Strategic Purpose | Make Mars a backup for civilization in case of Earth-wide disasters |
Final Thoughts
Its With Starship's 10th flight and Elon Musk's commitment to Mars colonization looming large, SpaceX continues to push back against science fiction by breaking barriers between science and reality. Each test launch not only marks technical achievements; each one also moves humanity closer towards changing humanity's place in space. While regulatory barriers still stand in their way, SpaceX seems more determined than ever to launch, land, and eventually leave Earth behind permanently.