The cargo bay is designed for maximum flexibility, allowing for the quick reconfiguration of payload bay systems for either crewed missions or satellite deployment [1].
As of May 2026, extensive cryogenic testing on Ship 39 is underway, with the team testing flaps, structure, and engine functionality under realistic stresses. If successful, this new generation of Starship will redefine what is possible in orbital and interplanetary transport. starship titus new
Improved thrust-to-weight ratios and better thermal protection systems. The cargo bay is designed for maximum flexibility,
All edges of the ship now feature tapered tiles, designed to improve aerodynamics and reduce heat shield vulnerability during re-entry. with the team testing flaps