A Short History Of SpaceX's Attempted Rocket Landings

After three failed attempts, SpaceX finally guided a reusable rocket safely back to Earth.

Dec 23, 2015

After three failed attempts, SpaceX finally guided a reusable rocket safely back to Earth.

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