Space X launch live: Elon Musk's company launches biggest rocket ever built for fourth time - but will it survive?

Elon Musk's Space X is attempting to launch its nearly 120m-tall Starship after three failed attempts that have seen it disintegrate or explode. Today's test is key in helping NASA reach its goal of returning people to the moon this decade. You can watch the launch live below.

Thursday 6 June 2024 14:27, UK

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Key points
  • Elon Musk's Space X launches biggest rocket ever built 
  • The Starship blasted off from Starbase in Texas at 1.50pm UK time
  • Test is aiming to send rocket into space and have it return unscathed - and is key for NASA's goal of returning humans to moon by 2026
  • Previous attempts saw rocket explode after lift-off or disintegrate as it re-entered Earth's atmosphere
  • There will not be live updates in this blog, but you can watch launch in stream above
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