New updates have been reported about SpaceX (PC:SPXEX)
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SpaceX is under scrutiny by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) following an explosion during the seventh test flight of its Starship rocket system. The incident occurred as the rocket launched from Boca Chica, Texas, resulting in the spacecraft becoming over-pressurized due to excess gas, leading to its destruction. This mishap has prompted the FAA to require SpaceX to conduct a ‘mishap investigation’ to determine the cause and implement corrective measures. The FAA’s approval will be necessary before SpaceX can resume Starship flights, though the timeline for this process remains uncertain.
The explosion created a debris field visible over the Turks and Caicos Islands, causing the FAA to adjust flight paths in the area due to low fuel levels. While no injuries have been reported, the FAA is collaborating with SpaceX to verify any potential public property damage. A point of contention has arisen between SpaceX and the FAA regarding the debris field, with the FAA activating a ‘Debris Response Area’ due to debris falling outside designated hazard zones, contrary to SpaceX’s assertion that all debris landed within the expected area. This investigation and its outcomes are critical for SpaceX’s future operations and strategic direction, as the company aims to advance its Starship program.