SpaceX Prepares for Fifth Starship Test Flight with New Booster Recovery Attempt

The upcoming test aims to catch the Super Heavy booster using launch tower arms for the first time, promising advancements in reusability.

SpaceX has moved the Super Heavy booster to the launch pad at its Boca Chica, Texas facility.
The fifth test flight will attempt to catch the booster with mechanical arms, a first in the industry.
Previous test flights have shown incremental improvements, with the latest reaching orbit.
Rivals Blue Origin and ULA challenge SpaceX's launch plans in Florida over safety and environmental concerns.
The test is crucial for SpaceX's future missions to the Moon and Mars.