Live Coverage: Starship Flight 15 attempts to recover full vehicle in double launch pad catch

Launch Window and Schedule

SpaceX is preparing to launch the integrated Starship vehicle from its Starbase facility in Texas. The flight is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 13, within a 75-minute launch window opening at 4:45 p.m. CST (2245 UTC).

Double Catch Attempt Details

For Starship Flight 15, the team plans to attempt a full vehicle recovery using the launch pad infrastructure. The operation aims to catch the entire integrated vehicle upon its return to the launch site.

Path to Reusability

This test flight marks a critical step toward achieving full and rapid reusability for the Starship system. Successful recovery operations on the launch pad are key to reducing the cost of future space missions.