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SpaceX targets Nov 13 for Starship Flight 15 and first dual-catch attempt
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Fusion42 · 8 November 2026 · Fusion42 review
SpaceX plans to conduct Starship Flight 15 on November 13, aiming for the first-ever simultaneous catch of both the Super Heavy booster and the Starship upper stage using the launch tower's arms, marking a major step towards full vehicle reusability. This attempt will push reentry and recovery technologies to new limits and depends on FAA regulatory approval.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Government & Space, and 6 sources have reported it between 7 Nov 2026 and 13 Nov 2026.
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You must prepare for a break in space launch recovery. SpaceX's upcoming dual catch attempt will open new options for rapid reuse if successful, creating an urgent need to adjust supply chains and refurbishment plans for prototype and mission hardware.
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6 sources · first reported 7 Nov 2026 · latest 13 Nov 2026
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