SpaceX Starship catches fire during Indian Ocean landing on test flight
The Story
SpaceX launched its largest Starship yet on a test flight Friday, carrying 20 mock Starlink satellites. The spacecraft reached its Indian Ocean destination despite engine trouble, and erupted into flames on impact. SpaceX stated the fire was not unexpected.
Key Facts
- The test flight launched from southern Texas.
- The spacecraft was an upgraded version that NASA plans to use for moon landings.
- It carried 20 mock Starlink satellites, released midway through the hour-long flight that stretched halfway around the world.
- Some engine trouble occurred during the flight.
- The spacecraft burst into flames upon landing in the Indian Ocean.
- SpaceX said the fire was not unexpected.
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Sources: The Guardian
