The Explosive Journey of SpaceX's Starship Rocket.

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SpaceX's Starship rocket caused significant damage to its launchpad during liftoff, leaving a large crater beneath the circular launch mount in Boca Chica, Texas. The damage has raised questions about when Starship will be able to attempt another orbital launch. The rocket exploded minutes after lifting off, failing to make it into orbit. This was the first time SpaceX launched a Starship rocket and its Super Heavy booster together. It's unclear when Starship will fly again.
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