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SpaceX Starship Deploying Satellites, Skipped Booster Catch
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Fusion42 · 14 November 2026 · Fusion42 review
SpaceX's recent Starship test flight deployed satellites but did not perform the planned booster catch, marking a key milestone in its development.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Government & Space.
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SpaceX's decision to skip the booster catch this time means you should expect revised timelines for reusable launch tech. Satellite operators relying on Starship may want to plan for launch cadence changes this year.
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