rocketship

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As its name indicates, the company is best known as a rocketship firm, with billions of dollars in U.S. government contracts aimed at transporting humans to the moon.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

That special advantage, data shows, is a rocketship into the stratosphere of America's elite.

From BBC • Nov. 24, 2023

The rocketship reached space following liftoff from South Texas, but communication suddenly was lost.

From Washington Times • Nov. 18, 2023

During the initial test flight, the rocketship had to be destroyed after it tumbled out of control shortly after liftoff from Boca Chica Beach.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 8, 2023

A man has circled the earth in a rocketship.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett