SpaceX Starship reaches orbit but explodes upon landing
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Pacific Ocean
September 28, 2026
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SpaceX's Starship rocket reached orbit for the first time. The vehicle experienced an engine shutdown mid-flight and exploded during a controlled landing attempt over the Pacific.
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