SpaceX Starship Rocket Explodes in Latest Test Flight Disaster
2025-01-17
Metro
SpaceX's ambitious Starship rocket program has hit another roadblock after its latest test flight ended in a catastrophic explosion just minutes after launch. The 400ft tall rocket, powered by six engines, suffered a 'rapid unscheduled disassembly' according to Elon Musk's company. This incident marks a significant setback for SpaceX's reusable spacecraft technology and its mission to revolutionize space travel with commercial spaceflight and space tourism. With the company's plans for lunar and Mars missions, this explosion raises concerns about the safety and reliability of the Starship rocket. Space enthusiasts and investors are eagerly awaiting the investigation results and the future of SpaceX's Starship program.