SMRTR TechSep 8, 2026Engadget

SpaceX's recovered Starship 40 will take months to get back to Texas

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SpaceX's Starship 40 rocket traveled thousands of miles from Texas to the Indian Ocean during a launch test, but getting it back home will not be quick or easy. The return journey is expected to take months due to logistical challenges involved in transporting such a large vehicle across that distance. This extended timeline could affect SpaceX's future launch schedules.

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