Watch: SpaceX’s Starship completes first-ever midair catch on return from orbit

SpaceX’s Starship spacecraft returned from its mission with a successful midair recovery by mechanical arms. The spacecraft completed 14 orbits while deploying 26 satellites before returning to Earth. However, the Super Heavy booster failed its recovery attempt shortly after launch, resulting in its destruction. The heat shield of the spacecraft performed well, indicating progress toward full reusability.