John Batchelor Hotel Mars with Doug Messier on SpaceX, Starship, launch problems, debris risks, costs and much more.
Episode description
John and I spoke with Doug Messier for a single Hotel Mars segment focused on recent SpaceX launches and the latest developments with Starship, including efforts to troubleshoot recent launch failures. Doug discussed costs, testing, technical challenges, and the projected timelines for key SpaceX and Starship-related programs.
He also reviewed the progression of Super Heavy Block 1, 2, and 3, noting that details about Block 3 remain unclear at this time. Doug was asked about the ongoing risk of debris falling on populated areas, and he offered an important comment on this potential hazard, highlighting the very narrow and specific flight corridor over the Gulf that must be used.
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