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Launch planned: SpaceX seeking Thursday test flight of Starship
By Steve Clark at MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News
· July 13, 2026
· 3 min read
SpaceX is targeting Thursday as the primary launch date for Starship Flight 13, with the launch window opening at 5:45 p.m. and closing at 7:56 p.m., according to the company, which advised the date could change.
SpaceX said it would begin “clearing the range” (a cone of general trajectory extend...
Key takeaway In addition to the primary launch date of July, SpaceX announced alternate dates for Flight 13 of Friday and July 22, also with a 5:45-7:56 p.
Why this matters in The McAllen
The upcoming SpaceX Starship Flight 13 launch has significant implications for the Rio Grande Valley, particularly in terms of economic development and tourism. A successful launch could further cement the region's reputation as a hub for space innovation, attracting more businesses and visitors to the area. The launch is also expected to draw large crowds to the Boca Chica area, providing a boost to local businesses and showcasing the region's unique blend of natural beauty and technological advancement. As the launch window approaches, local residents and officials will be watching closely to see how the launch affects traffic and daily life in the area, particularly with the Brownsville Ship Channel set to be cleared of traffic in the hours leading up to the launch. A successful launch could also pave the way for more frequent launches in the future, bringing new opportunities and challenges to the region.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? SpaceX is targeting Thursday as the primary launch date for Starship Flight 13, with the launch window opening at 5:45 p.m. and closing at 7:56 p.m., according to the company, which advised the date could change.
SpaceX said it would begin “clearing the range” (a cone of general trajectory extend...
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