SpaceX prepares for Starship launch to catch booster with mechanical arms

SpaceX is set to launch its Starship system on November 19 from Texas, aiming to catch the Super Heavy booster with mechanical arms after liftoff. This follows a successful test flight in October where the booster was caught midair. The upcoming flight will test the rocket's ability to return and land precisely, a key step for future missions. The Federal Aviation Administration has approved the flight, stating it meets all safety and licensing requirements. President-elect Donald Trump will attend the launch event alongside SpaceX CEO Elon Musk. This flight is part of SpaceX's efforts to support NASA's Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the moon.