SpaceX planning to land and recover Starship rocket off Australian coasts

This potential move could mark a significant step towards expanding SpaceX's presence in the region as the United States and Australia strengthen their security ties.

SpaceX is reportedly in discussions with US and Australian officials to land and recover one of its Starship rockets off the coast of Australia, according to sources familiar with the plans.

This potential move could mark a significant step towards expanding SpaceX's presence in the region as the United States and Australia strengthen their security ties.

The proposed plan, as reported by Reuters, involves launching Starship from SpaceX's facility in Texas, landing it in the sea off Australia's coast, and recovering it on Australian territory.