SpaceX's Starship Explodes Again! Another Epic Rocket Failure!

2025-03-07 06:00:48.263

Nearly two months after a previous explosion, SpaceX launched its Starship rocket on March 6, 2025. The 403-foot rocket successfully launched from Texas, and the first-stage booster was recovered. However, minutes into the flight, the spacecraft's engines began shutting down, leading to an uncontrolled spin and loss of contact. Flaming debris was seen falling over Florida. The spacecraft reached an altitude of nearly 90 miles before the incident. SpaceX confirmed a 'rapid unscheduled disassembly' and stated that contingency responses were implemented. This was the eighth test flight, and the spacecraft was carrying mock satellites for deployment. The spacecraft did not reach the planned altitude or distance, and the planned controlled entry over the Indian Ocean did not occur. While the cause is still under investigation, SpaceX had made improvements following the previous explosion and received FAA clearance for launch. The company is aiming for Starship to eventually land astronauts on the moon and eventually Mars.