SpaceX Announces Second Major Spaceport in Louisiana
SpaceX is expanding its launch infrastructure with a second major spaceport facility to be constructed in Louisiana. The company has confirmed it will begin construction of the new launch site in 2027, with a target of conducting Starship rocket flights from the facility as soon as 2029.
The project represents a significant expansion of SpaceX's operational footprint, adding a second major launch complex to complement its existing Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas. The new Louisiana spaceport is expected to support the company's growing Starship program, which aims to serve both satellite deployment and crewed missions.
Details regarding the specific Louisiana location and full operational capabilities of the new facility have not yet been disclosed, but the timeline indicates the company is moving forward with aggressive expansion plans for its next-generation launch system.