Booster 14, part of SpaceX’s Starship launch system, was tested and successfully caught on January 16, 2025, marking a major milestone in rocket reusability. This Super Heavy booster, which launched with Ship 33, had a fully fueled launch mass of around 5,500 tonnes. However, after completing its mission and returning to Earth, it was caught by the massive “chopstick” arms at Starbase in Texas. At the time of capture, its weight was significantly lower due to expended fuel—estimated at approxima