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- 1SpaceX Starship Flight 14 launches with booster splashdown●SpaceX Starship Flight 14 - Launch & Booster Splashdown - LAUNCH STREAM
SpaceX conducted the fourteenth test flight of its Starship rocket, launching from Starbase, Texas. The mission featured a live-streamed liftoff and the controlled splashdown of the Super Heavy booster, continuing the company's campaign to demonstrate reusability of the largest rocket ever built. Spaceflight watchers closely track each flight for progress on booster recovery and upper-stage performance.
- 2SpaceX Starship launches on first orbital mission from Texas▼SpaceX’s Starship launches on first orbital mission from Texas
SpaceX launched its Starship on its first orbital mission from its Starbase facility in Texas. The flight marks a major milestone for the company's next-generation rocket, which is central to plans for deep space travel and NASA's lunar ambitions. The launch drew widespread attention as the largest and most powerful rocket system to attempt an orbital-class mission.
- 3SpaceX Starship reaches orbit for first time as booster splashes down●Blastoff! SpaceX Starship launches to orbit for first time, booster splashes down
SpaceX's Starship, the largest rocket ever built, has launched to orbit for the first time, with its Super Heavy booster splashing down after separation. The milestone marks a major step in SpaceX's development of the fully reusable spacecraft intended for missions to the Moon and Mars. Space enthusiasts and industry watchers are closely following the flight's outcome.
- 4SpaceX's Starship flies first mission deploying Starlink satellites●SpaceX's Starship makes orbital debut deploying Starlinks before early ending
SpaceX's Starship completed its orbital debut, deploying Starlink satellites before ending earlier than planned. The flight marked a milestone for the company's next-generation rocket, demonstrating payload deployment in orbit, though the mission did not run its full duration. SpaceX has not detailed the cause of the early ending, and attention is on what the flight means for future Starship missions.
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SpaceX's Starship, the largest rocket ever built, has achieved orbit for the first time, a milestone in the vehicle's development program. The flight marks a major step toward SpaceX's goals of deep-space missions and NASA's plans to use a Starship variant for lunar landings under the Artemis program.
- 6SpaceX's Starship reaches orbit for first time before early end●SpaceX’s supersized Starship launches into orbit for the first time but flight ends early
SpaceX launched its supersized Starship rocket into orbit for the first time, a milestone for the largest and most powerful rocket ever built. The flight, however, ended early, cutting short the test before completion. The launch marks a major step in SpaceX's development of the vehicle intended for missions to the Moon and eventually Mars.
- 7SpaceX Launches Starship on First Orbital Mission▼SpaceX Launches Starship for First Orbital Mission
SpaceX has launched its Starship rocket on its first orbital test mission. The flight marks a milestone for the company's next-generation launch system, which is central to plans for deep space travel. Reactions are focused on what the test means for the future of spaceflight and SpaceX's ambitious schedule.
- 8SpaceX Starship reaches orbit for first time, returns early●SpaceX's Starship reaches orbit for the first time but returns early to Earth
SpaceX launched its enormous Starship into orbit for the first time, successfully delivering the newest and most advanced Starlink satellites. However, flight controllers brought the spacecraft back to Earth early Monday rather than completing the six full laps around the planet originally planned. The mission is still viewed as a major milestone for the rocket program.
- 9SpaceX Starship splashes down after first orbital flight test▼SpaceX Starship splashes down after successful 1st orbital flight test
SpaceX's Starship has splashed down following what the company is calling a successful first orbital flight test. The test flight marks a key milestone for the rocket system that SpaceX is developing for missions to the Moon and Mars. Coverage across US news outlets is highlighting the splashdown as a significant step in the vehicle's testing programme, with attention now turning to what the flight data will mean for future launches.
- 10SpaceX Starship Officially Reaches Orbit in Milestone Flight●A SpaceX Starship Rocket Officially Reached Orbit. Why That's So Significant
A SpaceX Starship rocket has officially reached orbit, a milestone Time Magazine describes as highly significant for spaceflight. The achievement marks major progress for the vehicle at the centre of NASA's plans to return astronauts to the Moon and for Elon Musk's long-term goal of missions to Mars. Reaching orbit demonstrates key capabilities needed for future deep-space missions.
- 11SpaceX's Starship reaches orbit for first time but ends early▼SpaceX's supersized Starship launches into orbit for first time but flight ending early
SpaceX launched its supersized Starship into orbit for the first time, but the test flight ended early. The launch marks a milestone for the company's most powerful rocket, though the premature conclusion of the flight is drawing attention as analysts assess what caused the mission to fall short and what it means for future test flights.
- 12SpaceX's Starship rocket reaches orbit for first time▼‘Starship is in orbit’: cheers go up as huge SpaceX rocket circles Earth for first time
SpaceX's Starship, the largest rocket ever built, has circled Earth in orbit for the first time, prompting cheers from the company's team. The milestone is a major step for Elon Musk's reusable rocket programme, which NASA plans to use for future lunar missions. Space watchers worldwide have been celebrating and debating what the achievement means for the future of spaceflight.
- 13SpaceX Starship lifts off on 14th test flight●Watch Live: SpaceX Starship heads for orbit on 14th flight
SpaceX launched its Starship rocket on the program's 14th test flight, aiming to send the vehicle toward orbit. Live coverage from Spaceflight Now drew hundreds of thousands of viewers following the launch in real time. The flight is part of SpaceX's iterative testing campaign for the spacecraft it plans to use for missions to the Moon and Mars.
- 14SpaceX ends Starship's first orbital flight early▼SpaceX brings Starship home early after first orbital flight
SpaceX cut short Starship's first orbital test flight, bringing the vehicle home earlier than planned. The flight was the most ambitious test yet of the rocket that SpaceX hopes will carry crews to the Moon and Mars. Engineers will now review the flight data to work out what went wrong before the next launch attempt.
- 15SpaceX Starship splashes down after successful orbit of Earth▼SpaceX starship rocket splashes down after successful launch and orbit around Earth
SpaceX's Starship rocket has splashed down after a successful launch and orbit around Earth. The flight marks another milestone for the company's next-generation heavy-lift spacecraft, which is central to plans for deep-space missions. Outlets are covering the splashdown as a significant step forward for SpaceX's test program.
- 16SpaceX Starship ends flight early after first-ever orbit of Earth▼Elon Musk’s SpaceX Starship ends flight early after first-ever orbit of Earth
SpaceX's Starship completed its first-ever orbit of Earth but ended its flight early, cutting the mission shorter than planned. The test flight still marked a milestone for Elon Musk's company, which is developing the giant rocket for future deep-space missions. Early termination of the flight is drawing attention as engineers assess what caused the mission to wrap up ahead of schedule.
- 17SpaceX's Starship, biggest rocket ever built, reaches orbit●SpaceX's Starship, the biggest rocket ever built, launches into orbit
SpaceX has launched Starship, the largest and most powerful rocket ever built, into orbit. The test flight marks a major milestone for the company's next-generation launch system, which is central to plans for deep-space missions and future lunar and Mars travel. The launch is drawing worldwide attention as the biggest rocket to successfully reach orbit.
- 18SpaceX launches Starship on first flight to orbit▼SpaceX launches Starship on giant rocket's first flight to orbit
SpaceX has launched its Starship spacecraft on the giant rocket's first flight to orbit. The test flight marks a major milestone for the company's next-generation launch system, one of the most powerful rockets ever built. The launch drew wide attention from space enthusiasts and news outlets worldwide as people watched to see how the vehicle would perform through its ascent and orbital attempt.
- 19SpaceX's Starship set for 10-hour spaceflight test▼SpaceX's Starship is about to attempt a 10-hour spaceflight: Watch live.
SpaceX is preparing its Starship vehicle for a flight intended to last around 10 hours, a major endurance test for the spacecraft. The attempt is being streamed live, drawing attention from space enthusiasts and industry watchers keen to see whether the vehicle can sustain such a long mission.
- 20Next Crewed Boeing Starliner Flight Pushed to 2028●Next Crewed Boeing Starliner Flight Not Until 2028
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is not expected to carry astronauts again until 2028, according to a new report on the program's status. The capsule has been grounded since its 2024 crewed test flight returned without its NASA astronauts due to thruster problems. The delay means SpaceX will continue carrying crews to the International Space Station for the foreseeable future.
- 21SpaceX prepares first orbital flight of Starship rocket▼SpaceX prepares to send Starship rocket to orbit for first time
SpaceX is preparing to launch its Starship rocket to orbit for the first time, a milestone for the company's next-generation heavy-lift vehicle. The flight would mark a major step in Elon Musk's plans for deep-space travel, and the anticipation of the debut orbital test is drawing wide attention across the space and technology communities.
- 22SpaceX's Starship Performs Successfully in First Orbital Flight Test▼SpaceX's Starship Rocket Does Its Job During First Orbital Flight
SpaceX's Starship, the largest rocket ever built, completed its first orbital flight test, with the vehicle doing its job during the inaugural launch from Texas. The flight is seen as a milestone for the company's deep-space ambitions and future Moon and Mars missions. Observers are weighing the performance against expectations for the highly anticipated test.
- 23SpaceX's supersized Starship reaches orbit for first time▼SpaceX's supersized Starship launches into orbit for the first time
SpaceX launched its supersized Starship rocket into orbit for the first time, a milestone for the company's most powerful vehicle. The test flight marks a major step in SpaceX's effort to build a fully reusable spacecraft for missions to the Moon and eventually Mars. Reactions have focused on the significance of the achievement for the future of space exploration and commercial spaceflight.
- 24SpaceX's Starship reaches orbit and deploys first next-gen Starlinks●SpaceX’s Starship goes orbital, deploying first next-gen Starlinks
SpaceX's Starship, the largest rocket ever flown, has completed an orbital mission and successfully deployed its first batch of next-generation Starlink satellites. The flight marks a major milestone for the vehicle, demonstrating for the first time that Starship can deliver payloads to orbit. The new satellites are expected to boost the capacity of SpaceX's Starlink internet constellation.
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SpaceX's Starship, the largest rocket ever built, has completed a flight reaching orbit for the first time. The milestone marks a major step forward for the vehicle that NASA plans to use for future lunar missions and that Elon Musk envisions for trips to Mars.
- 26SpaceX Starship reaches Earth orbit for the first time●SpaceX: Riesenrakete Starship schafft es erstmals in Erdumlaufbahn In zehn Stunden mehrmals um die Erde? Das hatte sich
SpaceX's giant Starship rocket has reached Earth orbit for the first time. The company originally planned several orbits of Earth within ten hours for the test flight, but adjusted its plans before launch. The milestone marks a significant step for the rocket system, which SpaceX intends to use for missions to the Moon and Mars.
- 27SpaceX cuts Starship's first orbital flight short but hits key goals▼SpaceX shortens Starship’s first orbital flight but achieves other objectives
SpaceX ended Starship's first orbital test flight earlier than planned, but the company says the mission still met several of its main objectives. The launch provided engineers with valuable flight data despite the shortened trajectory, and observers note that early test flights are expected to uncover problems. Attention now turns to what caused the early end and how quickly SpaceX can prepare the next flight.
- 28FCC's power to approve mega-constellations draws criticism●"The U.S. Federal Communications Commission can single-handedly green-light massive spaceflight projects that could comp
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission can single-handedly approve massive spaceflight projects, such as satellite mega-constellations, that could permanently alter the appearance of the night sky worldwide. Space law experts note that despite growing public outcry from astronomers and environmentalists, the FCC remains the primary federal authority over such launches, with few other agencies empowered to intervene, raising questions about regulatory oversight of the orbital environment.
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SpaceX has launched its Starship rocket toward orbit for the first time, a milestone for the company's next-generation heavy-lift vehicle. The test flight marks the first attempt to send the spacecraft on an orbital trajectory, a key step in Elon Musk's plans for lunar and Mars missions and NASA's Artemis program.
- 30SpaceX launches Starship rocket into orbit for first time●SpaceX launches its massive Starship rocket into orbit for the first time: What you need to know
SpaceX has carried out the first orbital test flight of its Starship rocket, the largest and most powerful launch vehicle ever built. The flight marks a major milestone for the company's program aimed at deep space missions, including eventual trips to the Moon and Mars. Analysts and space watchers are examining what the test means for the future of commercial spaceflight.
- 31Why SpaceX's Starship orbital flight test is historic▼Why SpaceX’s Starship orbital flight test is historic
SpaceX's Starship orbital flight test is drawing attention as a milestone in spaceflight. The test marks an attempt to fly the largest and most powerful rocket ever built on an orbital trajectory, a step long sought in the development of a fully reusable launch system. Commentators describe the flight as a potential turning point for commercial space exploration and for future missions to the Moon and Mars.
- 32SpaceX's Starship Reaches Orbit In Historic 14th Flight▼SpaceX’s Starship Reaches Orbit For First Time In Historic Flight 14
SpaceX's Starship has reached orbit for the first time during its 14th flight test, a milestone Forbes describes as historic for the company and commercial spaceflight. The achievement marks the most advanced demonstration yet of the vehicle SpaceX plans to use for missions to the Moon and Mars, and it is drawing wide attention across the space and technology community.
- 33SpaceX prepares Starship's first orbital flight test▼SpaceX to attempt Starship's 1st orbital flight test
SpaceX is preparing to attempt the first orbital flight test of its Starship, the largest and most powerful rocket ever built, from its Starbase facility in Texas. The test is a key milestone in the company's push toward reusable deep-space transport, with NASA counting on a Starship variant to land astronauts on the Moon under the Artemis program.
- 34SpaceX's Starship reaches orbit for first time before early flight end●SpaceX’s supersized Starship launches into orbit for the first time but flight ending early
SpaceX launched its supersized Starship rocket into orbit for the first time, a milestone for the company's most powerful vehicle. The flight, however, ended earlier than planned, cutting short the test mission. The launch marks a significant step in SpaceX's development of the spacecraft intended for deep-space missions, including future trips to the Moon and Mars, with attention now on what caused the early ending.
- 35SpaceX's Starship Prepares for First Orbital Flight●SpaceX’s Starship Is Set to Make Its First Orbital Flight
SpaceX's Starship, the largest rocket ever built, is preparing for its first orbital test flight. The mission marks a major milestone for Elon Musk's company and for NASA's plans to return astronauts to the Moon. A successful launch would demonstrate capabilities no current rocket possesses, though the trial carries significant risk of failure.
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SpaceX has carried out its first Starship launch aimed at reaching orbit. The flight marks a major milestone for the company's next-generation rocket, the most powerful launch vehicle ever developed, designed for missions to the Moon and Mars. Attention is focused on how far the test flight progressed and what the results mean for future missions.
- 37NASA Backs Boeing's Starliner Despite Repeated Setbacks▼Despite Setbacks, NASA Gives Boeing’s Starliner Spacecraft a Boost
NASA is voicing renewed support for Boeing's Starliner spacecraft despite the program's history of technical problems and delays. According to a New York Times report, the space agency continues to back the troubled capsule as part of its plans for commercial crew transport to the International Space Station. The endorsement suggests NASA still sees Starliner as a necessary second provider alongside SpaceX, though questions remain about the vehicle's readiness and future mission schedule.
- 38SpaceX launches first orbital Starship test flight●WATCH AGAIN: SpaceX launches first-ever orbital Starship test flight
SpaceX carried out the first-ever orbital test flight of its Starship rocket, the most powerful launch vehicle ever built. The uncrewed flight lifted off from the company's Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas, and was widely watched and replayed online as a milestone in spaceflight. The test gathered attention for its scale and for what it means for future Moon and Mars missions.
- 39SpaceX prepares for first orbital flight of Starship●SpaceX shoots for first orbital flight of Starship
SpaceX is aiming to conduct the first orbital test flight of its Starship spacecraft, the largest and most powerful rocket ever developed. The launch, planned from the company's Starbase facility in Texas, marks a major step toward Elon Musk's goal of deep-space travel and future Moon and Mars missions, drawing wide attention from space watchers worldwide.
- 40SpaceX to attempt first orbital flight of Starship rocket▼SpaceX to attempt putting Starship rocket into Earth orbit for first time
SpaceX is preparing to send its Starship rocket into Earth orbit for the first time, a milestone test for the vehicle the company plans to use for missions to the Moon and Mars. The attempt, widely reported by international outlets including France 24, is being closely watched by space observers as Starship is the most powerful rocket ever developed, and a successful orbital flight would mark a major step forward for private spaceflight.