Starship's 13th Test Flight Achieves Milestone Splashdown

Published by Beyond the Stars · 3 months ago

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SpaceX's 13th Starship test flight on July 24 was a game-changer. Not only did it deploy 20 next-gen Starlink V3 satellites, but the upper stage achieved a soft splashdown in the Indian Ocean—a first for the program. This marks a significant step toward fully reusable spaceflight. The Super Heavy booster had a rougher landing due to engine issues, but overall, the mission provided valuable data for future improvements. Exciting times ahead for space exploration!