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> failed to achieve its aim with Falcon? Yes, actually. But we aren't resting on our (very profitable) laurels. Development of Falcon slowed so attention could
by quailfarmer 3y ago
> failed to achieve its aim with Falcon?
Yes, actually. But we aren't resting on our (very profitable) laurels. Development of Falcon slowed so attention could pivot to the new generation of even more reusable vehicles. Development on Merlin started around 2005, the first F9 was built in 2010, and first landing was in 2015. Raptor engine testing began around that time, and starship hopped in 2020. These things take time, but in truth we're right on schedule.