space.com·Apr 15, 2026
SpaceX successfully completed a full-duration static fire test of the upper stage of the Starship V3 vehicle, which is set for the Flight 12 test, and shared an image of the event on X on April 14, 2026.
The full-duration static fire test of the Starship V3's upper stage indicates SpaceX is successfully advancing its Starship program, with the upcoming Flight 12 test as a critical milestone. This progression signals potential investment opportunities in the commercial space sector as SpaceX continues to push the envelope in reusable launch systems, which could significantly reduce costs and increase accessibility to space.