# FAA Closes Starship Review Ahead of SpaceX Test Flight
The Federal Aviation Administration has closed its review of SpaceX's Starship program, clearing the way for the spacecraft's 13th test flight to proceed as early as this week. The launch window is set to open at 5:45 a.m. on Thursday, pending final preparations and weather conditions.
The upcoming test flight will feature SpaceX's Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy booster in an hour-long mission. While much of the test will resemble the previous Starship flight conducted in May, the company has incorporated several key differences into this iteration of the test.
The FAA's closure of its review represents regulatory clearance for the launch to move forward. This test continues SpaceX's rapid iteration schedule for developing its next-generation launch system under the direction of Elon Musk.
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