SpaceX Starship Achieves Full Booster Catch in Sixth Test Flight—Historic Milestone for Reusability

SpaceX successfully executed its sixth integrated flight test of Starship, achieving a complete booster catch with the "chopstick" arms at the launch tower—a major step toward rapid reusability and cost reduction. The fully stacked vehicle reached space once again, with the Ship completing a controlled splashdown in the Indian Ocean after executing controlled burns. Engineers report improved heat shield performance and structural integrity compared to previous tests. This achievement brings SpaceX significantly closer to operational lunar and Mars missions, with NASA and commercial customers closely monitoring progress for upcoming crewed missions.

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