How to watch Starship Flight 15

Background of the Starship Flight 15 Test

Aiming to revolutionize space transportation, SpaceX is completing preparations for the 15th test flight of its massive Starship rocket. Scheduled for Friday, Nov. 13, this flight represents a highly critical technical milestone in aerospace history.

Catch Arms and Technical Stages

In this mission, for the first time in history, the company aims to catch both stages of the rocket mid-air using special launch tower arms. The procedure involves successfully controlling and catching both the first-stage booster named Super Heavy and the upper stage known as Ship.

Scientific Significance and Future Missions

Catching both stages at the launch tower constitutes a vital step toward achieving full and rapid rocket reusability. A successful test will pave the way for future deep space missions and significantly reduced flight costs.