Draft Environmental Assessment - English and Spanish

An individual commenter supports the Draft Tiered EA for SpaceX Boca Chica, arguing that the Starship second stage has minimal environmental impact compared to traditional aircraft. They suggest treating the vehicle as a steel aircraft and integrating it into the air traffic control system.

A concerned resident and taxpayer of Port Isabel opposes the draft Tiered Environmental Assessment for SpaceX's Starship reentries. The commenter argues that the assessment period is too short, underestimates the impact on commercial air traffic, and fails to adequately evaluate the safety consequences of land-based malfunctions or compatibility with local industrial developments.

An individual commenter opposes the approval of Starship launches from Vandenberg, citing concerns over noise and vibration levels. They argue that the Starship generates significantly more sound and vibration than the Falcon 9, which could cause devastating damage to local homes.

A concerned resident of Brownsville opposes the proposed expansion of Starship reentry areas, citing concerns over insufficient public participation, disruptions to commercial air traffic, and lack of analysis regarding rocket anomalies over land. The commenter also questions the compatibility of the project with local industrial developments and safety implications regarding a proposed LNG facility.

The commenter opposes the current Draft Environmental Assessment for SpaceX's Starship reentries, arguing that it fails to adequately address commercial aviation impacts, overland anomaly risks, and the cumulative environmental and safety burdens on the Boca Chica community. They request an extension of the comment period, public hearings, and a revised assessment that includes a full analysis of these risks and adjacent industrial developments.