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The first crucial step after a historic flight is to perform thorough inspections and repairs to ensure the integrity of the vehicle. Just a day following the successful landing of the booster, SpaceX rolled Booster 14 back to the mega bay for a comprehensive evaluation. The company aims to examine how well the modifications made after previous flights performed, particularly changes meant to prevent engine bell warping seen in Flight 5. Initial assessments indicate some structural issues around the booster’s quick disconnect system, which shows signs of scorching from the launch but appears to be overall intact. Continued improvements and inspections here could reveal more about their effect on future flights.