May 28th, 2025
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SpaceX's recent Starship test flight faced many problems. For example, a door did not open completely, which stopped the release of practice satellites. Also, the spacecraft spun out of control and crashed into the Indian Ocean, breaking into many pieces, which was called a "rapid unscheduled disassembly." Even with these problems, CEO Elon Musk pointed out the improvements made since earlier tests and promised to launch more often. This test flight was important because it used a recycled booster for the first time, though this booster also broke apart when it hit the Gulf of Mexico. The main goal of the flight, which was to test the spacecraft's heat shield during a controlled return to Earth, was not met because control and communication were lost. These tests are very important for NASA's plans to use Starship for moon missions, aiming to land astronauts back on the moon with it.
May 28th, 2025
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