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SpaceX has completed cryoproof testing for Ship 39, marking the debut of its next generation Starship V3 prototype.
Over several days, engineers conducted thorough tests on the vehicle’s redesigned propellant system and evaluated its structural integrity. This included squeeze tests intended to simulate the intense forces the ship will face during future recovery and catch operations. The milestone reflects SpaceX’s continued push to advance its launch capabilities as it iterates on Starship design for upcoming missions.
The successful completion of Ship 39’s cryoproof testing underscores SpaceX’s iterative approach to spacecraft development—a strategy previously demonstrated in the company’s preparations for the Crew-12 launch under favorable conditions. This latest milestone fits within SpaceX’s broader pursuit of advancing reentry and recovery protocols, following achievements such as the Dragon capsule splashdown near San Diego.