18:16 / 19.06.2025

Another explosion in the Starship test: SpaceX and Elon Musk are going through difficult tests on the way to Mars

The Starship spacecraft, created by SpaceX and carrying the dream of delivering humanity to Mars, exploded again during its next test flight. The incident, which took place on June 18 at the Starbase spaceport in Texas, aroused great interest in the United States and around the world.

According to the official statement of SpaceX, during the static fire phase of the test - when the engines were started, an explosion occurred in the first stage of the rocket. As a result of the powerful explosion, a fuel leak was observed in the second stage, and as a result, the entire system went out of control. It should be noted that during this static test, the rocket will not be launched, it will remain stationary on the site, only the engines will be checked.

SpaceX and local officials took urgent measures to make the test site and its surroundings safe after the incident. The public and journalists were informed that there was no danger. However, everyone was strongly advised not to approach the area.

SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, has spent billions of dollars to develop Starship. The main goal of this rocket is to return people to Mars, as well as to the Moon after a 50-year hiatus. As part of the mission, which is being implemented in collaboration with NASA, this project is expected to open a new page in scientific and technological development.

However, there are many problems along the way. Explosions and technical malfunctions are often observed during Starship tests. In particular, this aircraft suffered various accidents during the seventh, eighth and ninth tests. Due to the explosions, rocket fragments fell as far as the southern United States and even the Caribbean Sea, causing concern among the population.

At the same time, despite these problems, SpaceX is not going to abandon its project. Musk and his team are learning from each failure through tests. The technology and confidence needed to put humans on Mars are coming from these failed tests.

SpaceX's ultimate goal is to open a new page in human history. Every explosion, every syndicate on this path is a bold step towards advanced technology.

The next Starship test is expected to be announced in the coming weeks. And humanity is confident that it will overcome many technical problems ahead.