What happened
SpaceX has said that its Starship vehicle will begin conducting orbital flights starting from its 14th mission, according to a report from Sina Finance.
Those orbital flights are to carry Starlink V3 satellites and other payloads to space.
Why it matters
The statement marks a stated shift for Starship from its earlier test campaign toward missions described as orbital, which would be a prerequisite for the vehicle's use as a satellite deployment platform.
Naming Starlink V3 as a payload indicates SpaceX intends to use Starship for its own next-generation constellation, tying the rocket's progress to the company's satellite network plans.
Key facts
Starship orbital flights are to begin with the 14th mission.
The flights will carry Starlink V3 satellites and other payloads.
The report comes from Sina Finance.
What to watch next
Whether SpaceX provides further details on the timing of the 14th mission and what the orbital profile will involve.
Whether additional information emerges on the Starlink V3 satellites and the other payloads mentioned for these flights.