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SpaceX's Starship soars into orbit after booster explosion prevents an unprecedented double catch
SpaceX's attempt to recover its entire Starship back at the launch pad was thwarted when the booster fell into the Gulf of Mexico and exploded Friday, but the spacecraft still soared into orbit in its boldest test yet.
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SpaceX’s Starship launched from Texas on Friday, but the first‑stage booster was diverted to a point offshore and later exploded in the Gulf of Mexico, preventing the company’s plan to recover the vehicle at the launch pad. The Starship itself continued its ascent and entered orbit. It is scheduled to steer back toward the Texas pad on Saturday, unless additional issues arise. The mission could last up to 22 hours.
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