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Starship IFT-1
The first flight of the most powerful rocket ever built.
Mission Overview
A full test of the Super Heavy booster and Starship upper stage. The rocket cleared the tower but suffered multiple engine failures and was destroyed via FTS.
Learning from History
"Despite the explosion, it provided the data needed to perfect the Raptor engines and stage separation."
Mission Specs
| Year | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Country | USA |
| Type | Heavy Lift / Test |
| Destination | Sub-orbital |
| Status | Failed / Test |
| Rocket | 33x Raptor (Booster) |