SpaceX Starship test flight ends in Indian Ocean fire
The Story
SpaceX launched an upgraded version of its Starship rocket on a test flight on Friday. The spacecraft, described as the biggest and most powerful Starship yet, carried 20 mock Starlink satellites that were released during the flight. Despite some engine trouble, the spacecraft reached the Indian Ocean, where it erupted into flames upon impact. According to SpaceX, the fire was not unexpected. The test flight lasted about an hour and stretched halfway around the world. The launch took place from the southern tip of Texas. NASA is counting on this spacecraft to land astronauts on the moon.
Key Facts
- SpaceX launched an upgraded Starship on a test flight on Friday.
- The rocket carried 20 mock Starlink satellites released midway through the hour-long flight.
- The spacecraft experienced some engine trouble.
- It reached its destination in the Indian Ocean and erupted into flames on impact.
- SpaceX stated the fire was not unexpected.
- The launch occurred from the southern tip of Texas.
- NASA plans to use this spacecraft to land astronauts on the moon.
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Misconceptions
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Key Figures
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Sources: The Guardian
