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This article was first published on July 24, 2026 by FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - Local and curated for The Bellaire readers.

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SpaceX's Starship blasts off from Starbase in Texas on 13th test flight

Summary by The Bellaire Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Steven Ardary, FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - Local · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

SpaceX's Starship blasted off from Starbase in Texas on time Friday to send the craft on its 13th test flight.

Why this matters in The Bellaire

As SpaceX prepares for another attempt at its 13th Starship test flight in Texas, the eyes of the local community in Bellaire and surrounding areas will be watching closely. The presence of SpaceX in the region has significant implications for the local economy, with potential benefits including job creation and infrastructure development. A successful test flight could bolster confidence in the company's operations in Texas, potentially attracting more investment and talent to the area. The failure of several engines to start during the previous attempt, as noted by Elon Musk, raises questions about the technical challenges that SpaceX still needs to overcome. The outcome of this next test flight will be closely monitored by local stakeholders, who are eager to see the company's plans for Starship come to fruition and bring economic growth to the region.

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Category: local · Published: July 24, 2026 · Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - Local · Reading time: 1 min

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Original reporting	Steven Ardary, FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - Local
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SpaceX's Starship blasts off from Starbase in Texas on 13th test flight

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