SpaceX's Starship and Super Heavy rocket achieved a milestone by reaching orbital velocity and an altitude of 145 miles on March 14, 2024.

The rocket experienced a loss of communication during re-entry, prompting a Federal Aviation Administration mishap investigation.

Despite the setback, the test flight gathered essential data to advance SpaceX's space program and assist NASA's Artemis lunar missions.

CEO Elon Musk is determined to continue progress with plans for six additional test flights within the year aimed at lunar and Martian expeditions.

SpaceX is also expanding operations with 23 Starlink satellite launches and the development of a second launch tower at Boca Chica.