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Starship vs RLV C5 Two Paths to Reusability | Science News
SpaceX’s Starship is proving its mettle with real-world data from its first four flights, as independent German Aerospace Center analysis confirms its potential as a fully reusable, super heavy-lifter — a game-changer for Mars and mega-satellite missions. Meanwhile, Europe’s RLV C5 concept offers a smarter, phased approach: partial reuse via gliding boosters caught by aircraft, saving fuel for orbit. While Starship’s still flying (with thermal hiccups), RLV C5 remains on paper — but both paths show the space race is evolving, with multiple routes to the future. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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