Before the Starship test rocket can fly, SpaceX needs to complete a number of wet rehearsals to ensure SN9 is flight-ready.
On Wednesday, January 6, the rocket briefly fired its three Raptor engines during a so-called static fire test.
During a static fire, the rocket’s engines are fired for a few seconds with the rocket still tethered to the ground.
The test gives SpaceX the opportunity to measure pressures, temperatures and fuel flow before the real deal, typically a few days later.
SpaceX is expected to perform another static fire test today (January 12) after a notice was issued to Boca Chica’s residents.
source: express.co.uk