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2024 - 11 - 20

SpaceX Takes Flight with Trump, but No Boosters Were Caught!

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Join Elon Musk and Trump as SpaceX launches Starship's sixth test flight – spoiler alert, the booster takes a splash!

In an event that combined the excitement of space exploration with a dash of political flair, SpaceX successfully launched its sixth test flight of the Starship rocket. The monumental lift-off took place at the Boca Chica launchpad in Texas, with none other than President-elect Donald Trump looking on. As the giant spacecraft roared into orbit, spectators were not just treated to the impressive sight of the launch but also to the spectacle of a state-of-the-art rocket that aims to take humanity to new heights—literally! However, the day wasn’t without its drama, as plans to recover the Super Heavy rocket booster were shelved.

SpaceX opted to forego its usually daring recovery attempt, choosing instead a safe splashdown in the ocean. Just moments after taking to the sky, mission managers announced the cancellation of the “catch” mission—a plan to capture the booster mid-air with a colossal set of “chopstick” arms. While the decision raised eyebrows and provided fodder for conspiracy theories, it ultimately reflected SpaceX's evolving strategy to fine-tune its technologies for future missions. And don't worry, folks, there’s no need for lifeguards as the billion-dollar booster made a rather gentle landing in the watery abyss below!

Not only was this flight a crucial test for the Starship rocket, but it also showcased the intriguing blend of science and entertainment brought by the notable figures attending. With Trump and Musk sharing the limelight, the event gave off a unique vibe reminiscent of a Hollywood blockbuster. Elon Musk, the ever-charismatic CEO of SpaceX, continues to push the boundaries of innovation, all while flexing his meme game. Rumor has it he might be sending a banana to the moon next, just for giggles!

As the dust settles and the waters calm, this sixth test flight might just be the beginning of something extraordinary for SpaceX. Historical fun fact: this launch marks one of the fastest turnaround times in SpaceX's testing campaigns, a remarkable feat in the world of aerospace engineering! And speaking of rockets, the Starship is designed to go beyond Earth's orbit, directly aiming for destinations such as Mars and beyond. With each test flight, Musk’s dream of making interplanetary travel a reality gets us all one step closer to getting that space vacation we've always wanted!

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SpaceX launches Starship on its sixth test flight (CNN)

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Donald Trump joins Elon Musk in Texas for Starship's sixth test flight.

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SpaceX aborts Starship booster catch, opts for ocean splashdown (ABC News)

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SpaceX launches Starship rocket, but abandons attempt to catch ... (PBS NewsHour)

Minutes after liftoff, mission managers called off catching the first-stage booster for unspecified reasons.

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Elon Musk's SpaceX fails to catch Starship booster as Donald Trump ... (The Australian Financial Review)

The catch was called off just four minutes into the test flight from Texas for unspecified reasons, and it hit the water three minutes later.

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SpaceX launches Starship's sixth flight test including a banana as ... (SatNews Publishers)

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SpaceX launches sixth Starship but aborts booster landing (SpaceNews)

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SpaceX aborts Starship booster catch in an ocean splashdown (ABC News)

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Donald Trump joins Elon Musk for SpaceX Starship rocket launch (The Guardian)

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SpaceX launches Starship's sixth flight test including a banana as ... (SatNews Publishers)

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