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SpaceX's Starship reaches orbit for the first time, but engine issues raise stakes for NASA's Moon plan

SpaceX's Starship reached Earth orbit for the first time on its 14th test flight and deployed 26 third-generation Starlink satellites. Engine issues are raising concerns for NASA's Artemis Moon landing timeline.

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SpaceX's Starship reaches orbit for the first time, but engine issues raise stakes for NASA's Moon plan

14th test flight marked Starship's first orbital insertion
26 third-generation Starlink satellites deployed
Engine problems threaten NASA's Moon landing schedule

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