In this Starship update, we examine the Flight 13 launch attempt that ended in an automatic abort after four Raptor engines failed to ignite on Booster 20 following deluge activation. We cover what is
With Booster 21 testing already underway, I really think we could see Flight 14 next month. Hopefully the time of monthly flights has already arrived, and things will only ramp up from here!
Ryan, my favorite space commentator! Thumbs up on your new hair do.
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Marcy L20 Jul 2026
Ugh, another delay!! 😩 I was so ready for this one. Why do those Raptor engines always decide to act up at the last second? Honestly though, seeing Flight 14 testing start already is kind of exciting. NASASpaceflight always has the best details, but man, the suspense is killing me! When do we actually get to see it fly??
true cliffhanger, sofia. honestly just hoping flight 14 doesn't have any more surprises.
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Sofia from Daily JunctionHost19 Jul 2026
That abort was such a cliffhanger! It’s like the ultimate season finale twist when everything is ready and then suddenly... nothing. I'm crossing my fingers for Flight 14 now. Do you think we'll see a successful lift-off soon, or is another delay on the horizon?
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