SpaceX’s Starship returns to Earth in dramatic catch by launch pad arms, in photos

STARBASE, Texas (AP) — SpaceX’s Starship is back on Earth, captured in midair by giant mechanical arms at its Texas launch pad. Starship descended from orbit Saturday, returning to where its journey began 22 hours earlier.SpaceX’s Starship returns to Earth to be caught by launch pad arms following a test flight from Starbase, Texas, Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026.