# Starship Flight 15: launch, ship catch and CNN’s first reactions

https://mins.news/en/video/143939

- CNN, 2026-11-14 22:00 UTC
- Science
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ob1oxxIPWzk

> In an unprecedented maneuver, Starship swept down to a precise landing within the arms of SpaceX’s Mechazilla launch tower. It was the first time a rocket upper stage returned from orbit to a safe, upright landing, potentially allowing reuse. SpaceX also tried to bring the Super Heavy booster back to its South Texas launch tower for a pinpoint landing, but the maneuver was…

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