<ul><li>SpaceX’s Starbase in Texas is now officially incorporated as a city, paving the way for Starship Flight 9 preparations.</li><li>Starbase City covering 1.5 square miles includes the launch facility and has SpaceX employees serving as mayor and commissioners.</li><li>Starship Flight 9 is tentatively scheduled for May 27, 2025, with FAA approval for up to 25 annual launches from the site.</li><li>Proposed legislation may grant Starbase officials the authority to control local highways and beach access during launches, sparking tension with county officials.</li></ul>

Starship Flight 9 nears as SpaceX’s Starbase becomes a Texan City

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