END OF AN ERA: former ULA infrastructure at SLC-37, used to launch the Delta IV family of launch vehicles, was demolished this morning at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.It has been given new life with SpaceX and the Starship program. Lots to look forward to!
https://twitter.com/_mgde_/status/1933173674556698920QuoteEND OF AN ERA: former ULA infrastructure at SLC-37, used to launch the Delta IV family of launch vehicles, was demolished this morning at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.It has been given new life with SpaceX and the Starship program. Lots to look forward to!
Clean up on aisle 37.Aerial view of the demolished legacy launch infrastructure at SLC-37B — clearing the way for Starship launches from Florida’s Space Coast
Gonna miss old 37! It was always one of my favorites to visit and see in action at the Cape. However, what lies ahead is game-changing. Bring it!
Out with the old, in with the new. Sigh. I should be used to this skyline changing by now.
Jun 27, 2025SpaceX will be getting approval to take over Space Launch Complex 37 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Center. This video explains how that site was chosen and what their plans are.
Public sessions are underway for @SpaceX's plans to convert LC-37 at Cape Canaveral for Starship. Last night in Titusville, several dozen people attended but only three spoke on the record.Tonight, there is another session at the Radisson Resort at The Port, 8701 Astronaut Blvd, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920. 4-7pmTomorrow, Dr. Joe Lee Smith Recreation Center415 Stone St, Cocoa, FL 32922. 4-7pmJuly 15th, there is an online session at 6pm.@TalkOTitusville encourages all citizens interested to attend the hearings and if they so desire, enter their viewpoints on the record.
This single capture alone covers Starship related work at LC-39A & SLC-37, Relativity's LC-16 being upgraded for Terran R, Stoke Space's LC-14 under construction to support Nova, and even a Falcon 9 on SLC-40.
QuoteShortly before the next flight, I will do a live technical update on Starship, going over progress to date and engineering/production/launch plans for the future.https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1948568264893686111
Shortly before the next flight, I will do a live technical update on Starship, going over progress to date and engineering/production/launch plans for the future.
Quote from: catdlr on 07/25/2025 04:01 amQuoteShortly before the next flight, I will do a live technical update on Starship, going over progress to date and engineering/production/launch plans for the future.https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1948568264893686111Awesome render indeed.Where’s the SQD? Either they’ve forgotten to draw it, or they are returning to fuelling the ship via the booster.I find it difficult to believe that they would route fuel lines through the hot stage ring so I’m thinking the first explanation is more likely.
QuoteShortly before the next flight, I will do a live technical update on Starship, going over progress to date and engineering/production/launch plans for the future.https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1948568264893686111
Quote from: ThatOldJanxSpirit on 07/25/2025 04:44 amQuote from: catdlr on 07/25/2025 04:01 amQuoteShortly before the next flight, I will do a live technical update on Starship, going over progress to date and engineering/production/launch plans for the future.Awesome render indeed.Where’s the SQD? Either they’ve forgotten to draw it, or they are returning to fuelling the ship via the booster.I find it difficult to believe that they would route fuel lines through the hot stage ring so I’m thinking the first explanation is more likely. Your eyesight is commendable. Numerous elements are absent, and the trees within the vicinity are overgrown, complemented by sizable and well-maintained retention ponds. There is an attractive expanse of grass throughout the area. Nonetheless, the Ground Support has been significantly minimized in scope, including fuel tanks, fuel lines, various support bunkers, buildings, and general equipment. I am assured that the illustration was created for the Environmental Draft audience, which prefers to see a highly polished presentation presented as a cohesive whole.I've added what would be more representative of what this facility could appear like after completion.
Quote from: catdlr on 07/25/2025 04:01 amQuoteShortly before the next flight, I will do a live technical update on Starship, going over progress to date and engineering/production/launch plans for the future.Awesome render indeed.Where’s the SQD? Either they’ve forgotten to draw it, or they are returning to fuelling the ship via the booster.I find it difficult to believe that they would route fuel lines through the hot stage ring so I’m thinking the first explanation is more likely.
QuoteShortly before the next flight, I will do a live technical update on Starship, going over progress to date and engineering/production/launch plans for the future.
Quote from: catdlr on 07/25/2025 04:51 amQuote from: ThatOldJanxSpirit on 07/25/2025 04:44 amWhere’s the SQD? Either they’ve forgotten to draw it, or they are returning to fuelling the ship via the booster.I find it difficult to believe that they would route fuel lines through the hot stage ring so I’m thinking the first explanation is more likely. Your eyesight is commendable. Numerous elements are absent, and the trees within the vicinity are overgrown, complemented by sizable and well-maintained retention ponds. There is an attractive expanse of grass throughout the area. Nonetheless, the Ground Support has been significantly minimized in scope, including fuel tanks, fuel lines, various support bunkers, buildings, and general equipment. I am assured that the illustration was created for the Environmental Draft audience, which prefers to see a highly polished presentation presented as a cohesive whole.I've added what would be more representative of what this facility could appear like after completion.It looks to me like there's a lot of stuff underground or grassed over in that render.As far as fuelling the ship, could they be planning to route the propellants along the chopstick arms?
Quote from: ThatOldJanxSpirit on 07/25/2025 04:44 amWhere’s the SQD? Either they’ve forgotten to draw it, or they are returning to fuelling the ship via the booster.I find it difficult to believe that they would route fuel lines through the hot stage ring so I’m thinking the first explanation is more likely. Your eyesight is commendable. Numerous elements are absent, and the trees within the vicinity are overgrown, complemented by sizable and well-maintained retention ponds. There is an attractive expanse of grass throughout the area. Nonetheless, the Ground Support has been significantly minimized in scope, including fuel tanks, fuel lines, various support bunkers, buildings, and general equipment. I am assured that the illustration was created for the Environmental Draft audience, which prefers to see a highly polished presentation presented as a cohesive whole.I've added what would be more representative of what this facility could appear like after completion.
Where’s the SQD? Either they’ve forgotten to draw it, or they are returning to fuelling the ship via the booster.I find it difficult to believe that they would route fuel lines through the hot stage ring so I’m thinking the first explanation is more likely.
Aug 7, 2025The Federal Aviation Administration just released the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for SpaceX Starship launches at Launch Complex 39A, and it's loaded with new insights. From launch cadence increases to methane liquefiers, catch towers, deluge systems, and even sonic booms over Central Florida—this is the most detailed look yet at Starship’s future on the Space Coast.Join Ryan Caton for a deep-dive breakdown of the 410-page Draft EIS and its 25 appendices. We’ll unpack everything from infrastructure updates and environmental impacts to launch site logistics, transport plans, noise levels, and how this all ties into NASA’s Artemis Program and SpaceX’s Mars ambitions.🔗 NSF Store: https://www.nasaspaceflight.com/shop/⚡ Become a member of NASASpaceflight's channel for exclusive discord access, fast turnaround clips, and other exclusive benefits. Your support helps us continue our 24/7 coverage. Click JOIN above to get started.⚡🤵 Hosted by Ryan Caton.🖊️ Written by Alejandro Alcantarilla Romera.✂️ Edited by Ryan Caton (@thenasaman)💼 Produced by Kevin Michael Reed (@kmreed)
