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SpaceX Starship splashes down after first orbital flight test
Original: 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.
Why now: The first orbital flight test of Starship is a major milestone in spaceflight, drawing broad news interest.
Evidence
- SpaceX Starship splashes down after successful 1st orbital flight test · ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- SpaceX Starship splashes down after successful 1st orbital flight test · ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- SpaceX Starship splashes down after successful 1st orbital flight test · Central Oregon Daily
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