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SpaceX launches huge Starship rocket on 15th test flight

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SpaceX launched its massive Starship rocket on its 15th test flight on Friday, but it was unsuccessful in controlling the booster's landing. The company has successfully caught the rocket's booster three times before. Jason Allen has the story.

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