SpaceX Starship Achieves Orbital Flight, Booster Recovery Fails

SpaceX's Starship completed its 15th test flight, successfully reaching Earth orbit. However, the Super Heavy booster's recovery was aborted due to a guidance, navigation, and control issue, leading to its self-destruction in the Gulf of Mexico. The Starship itself is expected to attempt a planned "catch" upon its return to the Texas launch site on Saturday. This marks a significant step in Starship's development despite the booster setback.