Not remotely close to shuttle like capability!

The third time proved to be the charm for SpaceX as their Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched into space on Monday night and then safely landed its booster back on Earth shortly thereafter. 
Such an achievement has been the goal of SpaceX since its inception in 2002, but proved to be an exceedingly difficult feat after failing twice over the last year.

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John Warren Goerger How many successful ones do they need to say it is OPERATIONAL?

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Bobby Martin Good point, but even as great as it is, as far as the U.S. is concerned we are not even remotely close to shuttle like capability--- which we must have!

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John Warren Goerger U GOT THE NAIL ON THE HEAD, Bobby Martin!

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