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SpaceX Builds Louisiana’s New Spaceport | Lafayette Louisiana News
SpaceX is set to transform Louisiana with the construction of Starbase Louisiana, the world’s largest spaceport, promising thousands of launches and up to 10,000 jobs. Scheduled to begin by 2027 with launches as early as 2029, the $100 billion project could redefine the state’s economy—shifting from agriculture and oil to aerospace. Governor Jeff Landry sees it as a path to lasting prosperity, keeping profits local. While universities gear up to train the workforce, nearby residents in Pecan Island worry about environmental damage and disruption. SpaceX vows to avoid full-site development and…
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