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SpaceX’s Starship launched into orbit for the first time on Monday, September 28, 2026, but had to return to Earth early due to engine problems.
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SpaceX's Starship launched into orbit for the first time on Monday, September 28, 2026, but returned to Earth early due to engine problems.
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News Article
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{
    "date": "2026-09-28",
    "event": "Starship test flight",
    "organization": "SpaceX"
}
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SpaceX Starship Space Flight
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September 30, 2026 at 6:03 AM (2 weeks ago)
Last Updated
September 30, 2026 at 6:03 AM (2 weeks ago)

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SpaceX’s Starship Makes It to Orbit for the First Time, but Returns to Earth Early
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https://nytimes.com/2026/09/28/science/space/spacex-starship-first-orbital-flight.html

SpaceX's Starship completed its 14th test flight, reaching orbit for the first time, a crucial step towards lunar and Martian missions. However, the spacecraft returned to Earth early due to engine problems during liftoff, resulting in a fiery splashdown.

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