SpaceX has successfully launched its massive Starship rocket from the Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas. The test flight, aimed at further proving the capabilities of the world’s most powerful launch vehicle, saw the Starship spacecraft successfully reach space before executing a controlled splashdown in the Indian Ocean. Meanwhile, the Super Heavy booster was diverted to a splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico rather than attempting a launch tower catch. The launch was watched by high-profile spectators, including President-elect Donald Trump.
- SpaceX launched the Starship rocket from its Starbase test site in Boca Chica, Texas.
- The Super Heavy booster was diverted to a soft splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico after flight controllers bypassed a catch attempt at the launch tower.
- The Starship spacecraft successfully completed its suborbital flight, performing a controlled landing burn and splashing down in the Indian Ocean.
- The test flight aimed to evaluate updated thermal protection systems, hardware upgrades, and software adjustments for future reusability.
- High-profile guests, including Elon Musk and President-elect Donald Trump, attended the launch event in Texas.
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Wow. Short trip to Mars. Almost like SpaceX is a scam.
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