Morgan Stanley Points to 15 Starship Pads and Faster Launch Economics
Construction is forecast to begin in 2027, with first launches targeted for 2029. Morgan Stanley says Louisiana hints at a larger SpaceX rollout than expected, citing 15 planned Starship pads across Louisiana, Texas and Florida. It expects orbital computing to drive most launches from 2032, projects steep launch-cost declines, and estimates boosters near 130 flights with one flight carrying vastly more downlink capacity than a Fa.