SpaceX has released new footage of the 14th Starship mission, which took place on September 28. The launch occurred at dawn from the Starbase facility, marking the first morning liftoff for the vehicle in two years. The mission utilized Ship 41 and Booster 21 to carry out its objectives.
During the flight, the system reached a low Earth orbit at an altitude of approximately 275 kilometers. Despite the shutdown of one engine on both the booster and the ship, both stages successfully completed their primary flight programs, demonstrating the ongoing development of the reusable heavy-lift system.
The mission achieved a significant milestone by deploying 26 Starlink V3 satellites, representing the first full-scale payload for the Starship system. Following the separation of the satellites, SpaceX confirmed that communication was successfully established with all 26 units, signaling a transition toward operational orbital tasks.
