Explosion at SpaceX Starbase: Starship Test Goes Awry
In a stunning turn of events, a routine ignition test of SpaceX's Starship ended in a dramatic explosion at the company's facilities in Texas. Recorded at approximately 11:01:52 AM Central Time, the incident generated a massive fireball, swiftly followed by a series of smaller explosions, all occurring shortly after the engines were ignited for the test.
SpaceX characterized the event as a 'serious anomaly' but confirmed that there were no fatalities or injuries. In a statement posted on their X account, formerly known as Twitter, the company expressed relief that all personnel were safe and accounted for during the incident. The statement emphasized that safety protocols had been duly followed, with a designated safety exclusion zone established throughout the operation. Local authorities are collaborating with SpaceX to secure the area, and residents were reassured that there was no threat to their safety. The company has urged the public to avoid the vicinity until further notice.
This ignition test was specifically part of the preparations for the tenth test flight of the Starship program. Notably, this incident was the second ignition test following a previous successful flight that marked a significant milestone for the spacecraft. While the cause of the explosion remains undetermined at this point, it is unclear how this setback will impact the Starship program moving forward.
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