Starship Test Flight Failure: SpaceX Rocket Explodes Over Indian Ocean

Starship's Ninth Test Flight

• 🚀 SpaceX launched its ninth Starship test flight from its Starbase facility in Texas.
• ⚡ The launch featured 33 Raptor engines on the Super Heavy booster and six on the ship, igniting successfully.

Booster and Ship Performance

• 💡 The Super Heavy booster initiated its boost back burn, with grid fins actively working during descent.
• ⚠️ Telemetry from the booster was lost during the landing burn phase, and it was confirmed to have "demised".
• 🛰️ The Starship successfully ignited all six of its engines and completed its stage separation, dispensing Starlink simulators.

Test Flight Outcomes

• 💥 This flight marked the third consecutive major failure in Starship's test program.
• 📉 The Starship lost control and began spinning uncontrollably during its flight.
• 🌌 The intention was to gather real-world data, with a specific plan for daytime re-entry views of the ship.