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SpaceX expected to launch Louisiana coast spaceport project for Starship
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Brandon Lingle, San Antonio Express-News , as published by Waco Tribune-Herald
· August 24, 2026
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Key points This project is expected to be located on a coastline, spanning 18 miles. The site is approximately 45 miles southwest of a certain point, though further details are not provided here.
Elon Musk's company SpaceX is planning a significant project. A multibillion-dollar spaceport for Starship rockets is in the works. This project is expected to be located on a coastline, spanning 18 miles. The site is approximately 45 miles southwest of a certain point, though further details are not provided here.
Further information on this project can be found through other sources. Louisiana state leaders are anticipated to make an announcement regarding the spaceport.
The project's specifics, such as timeline and scope, are not outlined in the available information. For more details on SpaceX's plans, readers can refer to the original source.
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Category: business Published: August 24, 2026 Source: Waco Tribune-Herald Reading time: 1 min
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