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How does Starship save money?

The Starship orbital flight is a significant step towards full operation. Its design focuses on complete reusability, meaning both the booster and the spacecraft return to Earth and can be flown again quickly. This innovative approach promises to dramatically reduce the cost of launching payloads and people into space, making missions more frequent and affordable.

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