26K views · 136 reactions | It wasn't part of the plan. A spectacular explosion over the Gulf of Mexico, the biggest space rocket ever built, blown to bits just minutes after take off. But, SpaceX still considers the Starship's first ever launch a success and is already talking up a second test flight. Full Story: 7news.link/3MXkQiz 7NEWS at 6pm. #SpaceX #7NEWS | 7NEWS Sydney | Facebook

On January 19, 2025, during Starship Flight 7, SpaceX’s Super Heavy booster made a flawless return to the launch pad, caught by its massive mechanical arms. This reusable rocket milestone demonstrates how close we are to rapid, fully reusable spaceflight—boosters landing safely, ready to be refueled and flown again, paving the way for more frequent and affordable space missions. #SpaceX #Starship #SuperHeavy #BoosterLanding #ReusableRocket #Flight7 #SpaceTech #RocketLanding #SpaceInnovation #Fut