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SpaceX launches sixth test flight of Starship rocket (10 images)

By Wade Sheridan

SpaceX successfully launched its sixth test flight of its Starship rocket from the company's private Starbase in Boca Chica, Texas, on Tuesday. Starship reached space and traveled halfway around Earth before landing in the Indian Ocean.



The SpaceX Starship rocket lifts off on its sixth flight test from Starbase in Boca Chica, Texas, on November 19, 2024. Photo by Joe Marino/UPI
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This marks the fourth Starship test flight in 2024. Photo by Joe Marino/UPI
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The Starship had no passengers on board. Photo by Joe Marino/UPI
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Starship was launched from SpaceX's private Starbase facility. Photo by Joe Marino/UPI
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