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SpaceX’s Starship Explodes in Texas During Preflight Testing

Last updated: June 19, 2025 3:30 pm
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SpaceX’s Starship suffered a catastrophic explosion during preflight testing at the Starbase site in South Texas, marking a significant setback for the company’s ambitious space exploration goals. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday night, saw the Starship upper stage vehicle explode, sending a massive fireball into the night sky, as captured in video footage.

SpaceX confirmed the explosion in a statement, noting that the incident took place around 11 p.m. local time. Fortunately, all personnel were safe and accounted for, and there were no hazards to surrounding communities. The Starbase team immediately began safety operations to secure the test site and the surrounding area.

The Starship vehicle is a crucial component of SpaceX’s plans to colonize Mars and undertake other exploration missions. Designed for full reusability, the Starship consists of a first-stage booster called Super Heavy and a 171-foot-tall upper-stage spacecraft. The explosion occurred during a test at the Massey site, just before the vehicle was set to perform a static-fire test.

This latest setback adds to a series of challenges faced by Starship upper stages in recent flights. The previous three Starship test flights resulted in the vehicle breaking apart, with the most recent flight ending in the vehicle’s pieces likely resting on the Indian Ocean seabed.

While the Super Heavy booster has shown more reliability, SpaceX is still investigating the cause of the issues with the Starship upper stage. The Federal Aviation Administration is overseeing the investigation, and there is no official target launch date for the upcoming Starship Flight 10.

The explosion underscores the complexities and risks of space exploration, as SpaceX continues to push the boundaries of rocket technology. The company remains dedicated to resolving the issues and advancing its mission to make space travel more accessible and sustainable for future generations.

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This article is based on information from Space.com and reflects the latest developments in SpaceX’s Starship program. Stay tuned for updates on the investigation and future test flights as SpaceX works to address the challenges faced during preflight testing.

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