SpaceX prepares to launch its Falcon Heavy rocket

By Sohail Akhter Image: Google

After taking over Twitter, Elon Musk now aims to send two US Space Force craft into orbit.

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SpaceX will launch its Falcon Heavy rocket after three years today.

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The Falcon Heavy rocket was launched for the last time in 2019.

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At that time this launch was considered the most difficult launch.

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This is Elon Musk's first rocket launch after being busy with Twitter.

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The first three Falcon 9 boosters will be launched at 9.40 a.m. local time on Tuesday.

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SpaceX says the Falcon Heavy is one of the most powerful rockets in the world.

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