SpaceX's Mars rocket achieved a successful test flight

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SpaceX's Starship rocket achieved a nearly flawless test flight, reaching space and returning to Earth, a significant milestone for the Mars-bound vehicle. The tenth test flight saw the booster successfully simulate a soft landing and the upper stage reach the Indian Ocean, deploying satellite prototypes and demonstrating improved re-entry capabilities. This success is crucial for SpaceX's ambitious plans, including lunar missions for NASA and future Mars expeditions, though timelines remain subject to further development and testing.


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