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SpaceX took another step forward on Wednesday with Starship. The rocket completed a test flight that ended successfully. Both stages showed improvements in reusability and flight control.

Where did the launch take place?
The launch was carried out from SpaceX’s Starbase in Texas. The facility in Boca Chica hosted the tenth test. Engineers watched closely as both stages performed planned sequences.

The booster separated cleanly after liftoff from the launch pad. It then began a series of controlled descent manoeuvres. SpaceX guided it toward a splashdown in the Gulf. The flight included engine restarts and a mid-air flip. The booster landed in water to reduce infrastructure risks.

How did the Starship upper stage perform?
Starship continued its climb after the separation from Super Heavy. The stage reached near-orbital velocity before preparing for reentry. Engineers relit one engine in the vacuum of space. A controlled splashdown later followed in the Indian Ocean.

The test upon progress made in previous missions. SpaceX collected data on heat-shield strength and engine reaction. Stage separation was smoother, showing better coordination between the two parts. Future flights may attempt land-based recoveries with a catching tower.