SpaceX, which has almost completed its preparations for the second Starship takeoff, was hit with bad news about occupational health today.
The main thrust for those who missed it Super Heavy Booster and in front of Starship First full takeoff attempt for April 20, 2023 It was carried out on. A beautiful take-off was made with the most powerful rocket ever made, but then the process did not go as desired and a huge explosion occurred at an altitude of 30 km. happened. The company has been preparing for its second take-off attempt for a while, and the latest post from Elon Musk on this subject is: “New Starship will launch soon” had happened. Later, this situation changed completely. Because US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), 63 different tests before the second launch from SpaceX “corrective action” he requested. The FAA wanted this because serious damage occurred after the first take-off and there were risks of some bad outcomes. The FAA requested design upgrades to prevent leaks and fires, a redesigned launch pad, and numerous other fixes from the company. It was announced that takeoff would not be allowed unless these were met. SpaceX, which has been collaborating with the FAA for a long time, fulfilled all the requests and that is why the second takeoff last week It was announced that it is expected to be held in mid-November. Last night, although the company still had not received approval, it was planned to make a second take-off attempt. It was announced that the target date was 17 November.
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SpaceX also made a splash with bad news today. As far as reported Reutersdocumented at least 600 previously unreported workplace injuries/accidents at the private space company. It was stated that these included crushed limbs, amputations, electric shocks, head and eye injuries and even one death.
SpaceX employees say they are paying the price for Elon Musk’s effort to rapidly colonize spaceAccording to reports, more than 100 workers suffered cut injuries, 29 suffered bone fractures or dislocations, more than 17 suffered crushed hands or fingers, one skull fracture, four concussions, and nine, including one traumatic brain injury. It was reported that he had a head injury.
It is reported to be one of the worst in the sector due to rushed studies on occupational and worker health. SpaceX, this issue may be subject to official review. last month Plot making a statement SpaceX, in 2024 12 different departures every month He said they aimed to do it. In other words, 144 different Falcon-based takeoffs are targeted for the new year, and 75 takeoffs have now been completed. The company, which aims to reach 100 different departures by the end of the year, is in an unrivaled position in this regard.
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— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 11, 2023