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SpaceX's giant Super Heavy-Starship rocket blasts off on key test flight

Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by William Harwood, CBS4 Miami · July 25, 2026 · 7 min read

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SpaceX launched its 13th Super Heavy-Starship rocket Friday, with the giant booster chalking up an on-target but "hard" splashdown off the Texas Gulf Coast due to engine issues while the Starship upper stage carried out a successful suborbital hop to the Indian Ocean. Powered by 33 methane-fueled Ra

Why this matters in The Miami

Miami residents watching the SpaceX launch from afar may be wondering what this means for South Florida's own space industry. While the launch took place in Texas, the success of the Super Heavy-Starship rocket has implications for the region's growing aerospace sector. As a major hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities, Miami is well-positioned to play a key role in the development of space technology and exploration. The city's proximity to the Kennedy Space Center and its own thriving tech industry make it an attractive location for companies like SpaceX to establish a presence. As SpaceX continues to push the boundaries of space travel, Miami's own stakeholders will be watching closely to see how they can capitalize on the opportunities presented by this emerging industry. With its unique cultural and geographic advantages, Miami is poised to become a key player in the nation's space economy.

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Category: safety · Published: July 25, 2026 · Source: CBS4 Miami · Reading time: 7 min

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SpaceX's giant Super Heavy-Starship rocket blasts off on key test flight

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