SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket Encounters In-Flight Engine Mishap on Starlink Mission
Friday, 12 July 2024, 16:51
SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket Incident
The Falcon 9 rocket, owned by SpaceX, experienced a significant in-flight engine failure during the Starlink launch.
Elon Musk's Statement
Elon Musk described the incident as a 'rapid unscheduled disassembly,' hinting at potential delays in future launches.
Impact on Launch Schedule
- The engine failure is likely to impact the timeline of upcoming launches.
- SpaceX's engineers will need to investigate the cause to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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