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Starship flight 15 powers to orbit—setting up a possible catch on Saturday

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Briefings

Starship successfully completed its 15th test flight from Starbase, Texas, on November 14, 2026, achieving a nominal orbit after the first stage ascent and upper stage ignition. This marks the second time SpaceX has flown the vehicle into low-Earth orbit, occurring after a successful launch in early 2024. The flight occurred under ideal conditions with calm winds that prevented the rocket's plume from dissipating for several minutes. The launch took place in the early evening as the Sun set over the Gulf of Mexico.

Key points

• Starship completed its 15th test flight from Starbase, Texas, on November 14, 2026, achieving a nominal orbit after the first stage ascent and upper stage ignition.
• This was the second time SpaceX has flown Starship into low-Earth orbit, following a successful launch in early 2024.

Context

The launch occurred at Starbase in South Texas, where the rocket achieved a nominal orbit after the first stage ascent and upper stage ignition. This was the second time SpaceX has flown Starship into low-Earth orbit, following a successful launch in early 2024. The flight took place in the early evening as the Sun set over the Gulf of Mexico.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single flight report from November 2026. No data on launch costs, crew safety, or orbital debris impact is provided. The article does not specify the exact orbital altitude or velocity achieved during the nominal orbit phase.

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