After series of mishaps, SpaceX successfully lands Starship SN-15 prototype

After series of mishaps, SpaceX successfully lands Starship SN-15 prototype

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https://www.eastbaytimes.com/2021/05/06/after-series-of-mishaps-hawthorne-based-spacex-successfully-lands-starship-sn-15-prototype/

Hawthorne-based SpaceX pulled off a mostly flawless landing of its newest and biggest rocket, as the model’s fifth test flight opened the door to higher altitude excursions.

The Starship SN-15 prototype lifted off Wednesday, May 5, from SpaceX’s seaside launch pad at about 5:24 p.m. local time in Boca Chica, Texas. The rocket flew to an altitude of about 6.2 miles before a controlled descent, based on live video streamed by the company. The landing was marred only by a small fire at the bottom of the vehicle that was extinguished after a few minutes.