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Launches & Rockets

SpaceX launches Starship to orbit for the first time

The 14th test flight lifted off September 28 2026, demonstrating readiness for NASA's Artemis lunar program.

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SpaceX launched its Starship rocket into orbit for the first time on Monday 28 September 2026.