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SpaceX Starship Flight 13 in 3 Days - Thursday July 13
Building a rocket (or launch pad) is extremely complex, so teams must constantly track the critical path — the longest chain of sequential, interdependent tasks that cannot slip without delaying the entire launch.
Success depends on relentless teamwork, identifying blockers early, and solving problems under time pressure.
One Week to Launch
Focuses on final preparations and testing.
Shows a 10-engine static fire on Booster 19 (a major pre-flight test of the Raptor 3 engines and systems).
4 Days to Launch
Intensive work on vehicle integration, checks, and resolving any remaining issues on the critical path.
3 Days to Launch
Continued countdown activities, inspections, and coordination between teams.