Why does Starship need 33 engines?
“33 engines means we can lose a few and still complete the mission. Also, beyond a certain physical size, parts fabrication and transport become much more expensive.”
— Elon Musk, 9 November 2026 · Post on X ↗
“33 engines means we can lose a few and still complete the mission. Also, beyond a certain physical size, parts fabrication and transport become much more expensive.”
— Elon Musk, 9 November 2026 · Post on X ↗