SpaceX Starship Rocket Completes Test Flight with Planned Explosion

SpaceX successfully launched its Starship rocket on a test flight, achieving most of its objectives before the vehicle underwent a planned explosion upon landing. Images and reports confirmed the massive rocket's fiery end after its ascent.

23 May, 12:58 — 23 May, 23:01

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This test flight is a critical step for SpaceX's Starship program, which aims to be a fully reusable super heavy-lift launch vehicle. Successes like this are vital for the company's ambitious goals, including future lunar missions with NASA and its potential public offering.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual3d ago

SpaceX's Starship flight hits most targets in pre-IPO test

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