SpaceX Launches Starship But Passes Up Booster Catch for Safety's Sake
Universe Today • 11/13/2026 – 11/14/2026
Summary
SpaceX launched its Starship on a flight intended to retrieve both rocket stages for the first time. However, the launch-pad catch of the first-stage booster was canceled due to safety concerns.
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