It’s About Damn Time: Starship's Upgraded Flaps & Nosecone

December 23, 2024 by

Jax·Last update January 11, 2026·40 minute read

Revision Changelog Ship Hardware Analysis Ship 33 Analysis

Table of Contents

2. levelPart I - The Pointy Part
1. 3. levelNose Shape & Panels
2. 3. levelSupport Structures
3. 3. levelLifting Points
2. levelPart II - Forward Flaps
1. 3. levelNew Flap Shape
2. 3. levelFlap Relocation
3. 3. levelHinges & Actuation
2. levelPart III - Header Tank Hardware
1. 3. levelUpgraded Tanks
2. 3. levelNew Fuel Header Mount
3. 3. levelPressure Regulation
4. 3. levelCOPVs