SMRTR Science & EngineeringNov 20, 2024Scientific American

SpaceX’s Starship Soars in 6th Test Flight but Skips Booster Catch

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SpaceX's Starship megarocket completed its sixth test flight, achieving new milestones despite not landing the Super Heavy booster as planned. The upper stage spacecraft survived reentry and splashdown after 65.5 minutes, demonstrating progress toward full reusability and future missions to the Moon and Mars.

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