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SpaceX's Starship reached orbit for the first time, but must still complete orbital refueling, life-support, and uncrewed lunar landing tests before astronauts can fly aboard.
SpaceX's mammoth rocket, Starship, reached orbit for the first time on Monday. The mission was shorter than expected, but SpaceX completed its objectives as it develops the world's largest rocket.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman congratulated SpaceX on reaching orbit and “managing every step in a safe, responsible and especially inspirational way.”