SpaceX's Starship experienced another setback during its ninth test flight. The booster exploded upon impact in the Gulf of Mexico. The Starship exploded at high altitude after an uncontrolled atmospheric re-entry.
The launch took place from Boca Chica, Texas. The test aimed to simulate an engine failure during the booster's return. This was to assess the system's robustness.
Following separation, Starship began spinning uncontrollably. A leak reportedly caused the instability. The spacecraft disintegrated at approximately 60 kilometers altitude.