SpaceX Launches Massive Starship Rocket in First Test Flight Since IPO The 13th test flight of SpaceX's massive Starship rocket marked a significant milestone for the company, with the successful deployment of 20 new Starlink V3 satellites into orbit.
However, experts caution that SpaceX still faces substantial challenges before achieving rapid reusability of the entire ship.
During the test flight, the Super Heavy booster experienced difficulties during landing, resulting in a hard landing that raised concerns about the rocket's ability to recover intact.