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Starship Successfully Completes 15th Test Flight from Texas

SpaceX's Starship completed its 15th test flight from South Texas on Friday evening, achieving a nominal orbit after successfully releasing its upper stage. This marks the second time the spacecraft has reached low-Earth orbit.

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On November 14, 2026, SpaceX's Starship successfully launched from South Texas, completing its 15th test flight. The rocket ascended smoothly, releasing its upper stage over the Gulf of Mexico and igniting its engines to achieve a nominal orbit. This flight is significant as it marks the second instance of Starship reaching low-Earth orbit.

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  • Starship's 15th test flight occurred on November 14, 2026.
  • The launch took place from South Texas in the early evening.
  • The first stage released the upper stage above the Gulf of Mexico.
  • Starship achieved a nominal orbit during this flight.
  • This is the second successful low-Earth orbit flight for Starship.
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Starship flight 15 powers to orbit—setting up a possible catch on Saturday

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Starship Successfully Completes 15th Test Flight from Texas