On 28 September, SpaceX's Starship megarocket successfully reached orbit and deployed 26 Starlink satellites before splashing down.
The Business Standard18 October 2026, 9:35 AM0 readsAMP
SpaceX's Starship megarocket achieved a significant milestone on 28 September by reaching orbit for the first time. During the mission, the rocket successfully deployed 26 Starlink satellites before completing a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean. This achievement marks a critical step forward for the rocket, which remains central to Elon Musk's long-term ambitions for Mars exploration.
