‘Major Anomaly’ Behind Latest SpaceX Starship Explosion
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SpaceX's Starship rocket exploded during a ground test in Texas, destroying the upper stage for the next test flight. The blast occurred during propellant loading for a static fire test. Elon Musk suggested a high-pressure nitrogen tank failure as the probable cause. This setback follows three failed test flights, complicating SpaceX's lunar and Mars mission plans. The explosion also damaged testing facilities, potentially delaying future launches and Starship development.
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