SpaceX could launch Starship's fifth test flight as early as this Sunday if the FAA passes the needed licenses.

SpaceX is targeting as soon as Oct. 13 for the next launch of its Starship Super Heavy megarocket, but it all hinges on approval from the FAA, which says to expect the flight in "late November."

The FAA told SpaceX last month that it wouldn't be able to fly the Starship until late November, but suddenly a much earlier launch date seems possible.The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox