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NASA is counting on Starship. But one big challenge still stands in the way.
NASA is counting on Starship. But one big challenge still stands in the way.
NASA is counting on Starship. But one big challenge still stands in the way.

Published on: 10/01/2026

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SpaceX’s Starship reached Earth orbit for the first time, a major achievement for the rocket NASA plans to use during future Artemis moon missions. Several key tests still must be completed before astronauts can fly aboard the vehicle. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

SpaceX reached a major milestone this week when its Starship rocket successfully entered Earth’s orbit for the first time. The test marked an important step for the company and for NASA, which plans to use a special version of Starship to help land astronauts on the moon during future Artemis missions.

News Source : https://www.oregonlive.com/nation/2026/10/spacex-finally-reached-orbit-with-starship-why-nasa-still-cant-send-astronauts-to-the-moon.html

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