"SpaceX's Starship: Fiery Test-Flight Photos Capture 33 Engine Ignition"

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"SpaceX's Starship: Fiery Test-Flight Photos Capture 33 Engine Ignition"
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SpaceX's Starship, the largest and most powerful rocket ever built, successfully ignited all 33 Raptor engines during its second test flight. The rocket lifted off from SpaceX's Starbase facility in Texas, marking a major milestone as it made it farther into flight than its first test in April. However, both the Super Heavy booster and the Starship upper stage exploded shortly after liftoff. SpaceX is investigating the cause of the explosions and is eager to conduct the next test flight.

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