SpaceX's Starship returns from orbit and is captured by launch pad arms in a dramatic first

SpaceX's Starship made a triumphant return to Earth on Saturday, caught in midair by giant mechanical arms where its journey began 22 hours earlier.

SpaceX's Starship returns from orbit and is captured by launch pad arms in a dramatic first

TL;DR

  • SpaceX's Starship returned to Earth on Saturday.
  • The spacecraft was caught by giant mechanical arms.
  • The capture happened 22 hours after its launch.