SpaceX successfully launched its Starship Flight 13, marking the company’s second attempt at the new Starship design after engine work following a prior abort. The launch was described by SpaceX as "over the moon" and was highlighted by Space.com and mainstream business outlets.
According to CNBC, this launch was the first test flight of Starship since SpaceX’s IPO, and the company had prepared for the second attempt by completing post-abort engine work. The New York Times noted that SpaceX managed to stick the landing on this second test, while the Wall Street Journal reported that the market closely watched the event.
This launch represents a renewed momentum for SpaceX’s Starship program, signifying progress toward future heavy‑lift and commercial missions after earlier setbacks and the company’s high‑profile IPO.