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News in English (USA) / 18.09.2024 / 11:00

Elon Musk Threatens Legal Action Against FAA Over Proposed Fines

Elon Musk announced that SpaceX will sue the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in response to a proposed fine of $633,000 for alleged launch license violations. Musk criticized the FAA for what he termed 'regulatory overreach', arguing that the fines are based on 'nonsense' that does not impact safety, while highlighting the absence of similar penalties for other companies like Boeing. The FAA has cited SpaceX's safety infractions and violations during two Florida launches as grounds for the penalties. In addition to the recent fines, SpaceX has also faced prior penalties for environmental (nearly $150,000) and wastewater violations in Texas. The ongoing disputes revolve around compliance with launch regulations and environmental standards amid the company's rapid launch schedule.