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33 engine static fire of StarShip booster. 31 engines fired enough for a later launch attempt!
2023-02-10
[YouTube SpaceX]
Test at link.
Posted by:3dc

#3  Yeah, sure, go 31/33. If the others light after the fact, I'm sure the computers can handle the adjustments.

For those who want an epic 'splosion, that'll prolly get 'er.
Posted by: M. Murcek   2023-02-10 13:16  

#2  Rand Simberg's 'hot take' on it. He still wants to know if 31 (of 33) engines would have been enough for SpaceX to "Go For Orbit!" in real life.
Posted by: magpie   2023-02-10 12:54  

#1  Start at 9:23 for a short show.
Posted by: Bobby   2023-02-10 10:30  

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