SpaceX rocket launches then lands safely back on Earth – video
by Guardian Staff from on (#YES7)
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket blasts off from Florida before the reusable main-stage booster turns around, soars back to Cape Canaveral and lands safely. The ability to return rockets to Earth so they can be refurbished and reflown would slash the operational costs. SpaceX employees cheer as they watched live video footage of the picture-perfect landing. Photograph: Reuters/Joe Skipper
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