Notice of Availability of the Final Environmental Impact Statement and Record of Decision for SpaceX Starship-Super Heavy Vehicle at Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida
Published Date: 2/3/2026
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Summary
The FAA just gave the green light for SpaceX to launch and land up to 44 Starship-Super Heavy rockets each year at Launch Complex 39A in Florida. This means more rocket action, new construction, and exciting space missions ahead, all while keeping an eye on the environment. Local communities, space fans, and the environment will feel the impact as SpaceX ramps up its space adventures starting now!
Analyzed Economic Effects
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FAA OKs up to 44 launches per year
The FAA issued a Record of Decision (Dated January 29, 2026) and Final Environmental Impact Statement allowing SpaceX to conduct up to 44 Starship‑Super Heavy launches per year and up to 44 Super Heavy and 44 Starship landings per year at Launch Complex 39A (LC‑39A) at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. The approved landings may include landings at LC‑39A, landings on a droneship in the Atlantic Ocean, or expending in the Atlantic, Pacific, or Indian Oceans.
Approval allows new launch infrastructure construction
The Final EIS and Record of Decision analyze and allow construction of launch, landing, and other associated infrastructure at and in proximity to Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. The document notes the Draft EIS was released August 4, 2025, public meetings were held in August and September 2025, and the public comment period closed September 29, 2025.
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