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SpaceX to attempt double catch of huge Starship rocket
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Fusion42 · 13 November 2026 · Fusion42 review
SpaceX will attempt to catch both parts of its Starship rocket mid-air using mechanical arms during its next test flight, aiming for a full recovery to enable reusability. The rocket's success is critical to NASA's Artemis lunar programme and represents a major step in reducing launch costs.
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 will face new competition if SpaceX succeeds in full Starship recovery as launch costs could drop sharply. This opens a direct route to reusable spaceflight services that may force rivals to pivot or speed development to stay relevant.
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6 sources · first reported 7 Nov 2026 · latest 13 Nov 2026
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