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SpaceX's Starship Test Ends in Rocket Explosion After Booster Catch

SpaceX's Starship Test Ends in Rocket Explosion After Booster Catch
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7 Highlights
  • SpaceX's Starship test exploded post successful booster catch by 'chopsticks' landing system.
  • Elon Musk hints at a possible fuel leak causing Starship's unexpected in-flight disassembly.
  • Despite the explosion, aspects of Starlink launches were simulated but the mission failed.
  • FAA investigates as falling debris delayed flights by diverting and slowing air traffic nearby.
  • Starship explosion featured first reuse of a Raptor engine with redesigned propulsion system.
  • NASA remains interested in Starship for moon missions; SpaceX eyes future Mars expeditions.
  • Around the same time, Blue Origin's New Glenn reached orbit, heightening space race competition.
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