JOURNAL ARTICLE

SpaceX [Disclosure: Investors in SpaceX include TIME co-chair and owner Marc Benioff].

  • Published In: TIME Magazine, 2026, v. 207, n. 15/16. P. 43 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Kluger, Jeffrey 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on SpaceX's recent achievements and future plans in aerospace technology. In the past year, SpaceX completed a record 165 launches of its Falcon 9 rocket and expanded its Starlink satellite constellation to nearly 9,500 satellites, providing internet access to conflict zones such as Ukraine, Gaza, and Iran. The company announced a merger with xAI, an artificial intelligence firm founded by Elon Musk, and has requested FCC approval to deploy a constellation of one million AI-powered satellites. Additionally, SpaceX's Starship rocket, the most powerful launch vehicle ever built, is preparing for its 12th test flight, with plans to transport up to 100 passengers to the moon within the next decade. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:TIME Magazine. 2026/05, Vol. 207, Issue 15/16, p43
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0040-781X
  • Accession Number:193359909
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