SpaceX gets a permanent no-go zone on the Rio Grande for rocket tests

The US Coast Guard wants to create a permanent safety zone on a section of the Rio Grande River. This means no boats or people can enter the area without permission when SpaceX is testing rockets there.

SpaceX has been conducting rocket tests in Boca Chica, Texas, for years, often requiring temporary closures of nearby waterways. Making this a permanent safety zone gives SpaceX predictable access to its test site without needing repeated temporary permits. This allows for more consistent testing schedules and reduces the administrative burden on both SpaceX and the Coast Guard.