2024-07-13 19:57:15
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SpaceX Falcon 9 Grounded: Impact of Failed Starlink Launch on Space Industry

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Following a liquid oxygen leak and 'engine RUD' during a Starlink satellite launch, the FAA has grounded SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket for investigation. With over 340 successful missions, this setback impacts planned launches for various customers, including Starlink and NASA.

The failure is deemed 'catastrophic' by experts due to the limited alternatives available in the space industry. The loss of most Starlink satellites adds to the repercussions of the failed mission, emphasizing the critical need for a prompt resolution to resume Falcon 9 operations.

Elon Musk's ambitious space endeavors now face a challenging hurdle, highlighting the complexities and risks involved in space exploration and satellite deployment.

ExtremeTech
12. Juli 2024 um 18:32

SpaceX Falcon 9 Grounded Following Failed Starlink Launch

Technology
A liquid oxygen leak on the Falcon 9 rocket's second stage led to an 'engine RUD' or rapid unscheduled disassembly during a Starlink satellite launch, resulting in the loss of most of the satellites. The FAA has grounded the Falcon 9 pending an investigation, and SpaceX has promised to cooperate fully.
Deutsche Welle
13. Juli 2024 um 14:18

Aborted Launch: Elon Musk's Falcon-9 Rocket Grounded

Technology
The Falcon-9 rocket from SpaceX has been temporarily grounded after an engine problem during a launch on Thursday. The US aviation authority FAA has launched an investigation until SpaceX has clarified the cause of the failure and repaired the rocket. The 20 Starlink satellites on board could not be placed in their planned orbit and will now burn up upon re-entering the atmosphere.
heise online
13. Juli 2024 um 12:47

FAA grounds Falcon 9 after problems in space | heise online

Technology
The US aviation authority FAA has temporarily grounded flights of SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket after problems. During a launch with 20 Starlink satellites, there was an engine problem in which ice formed and the engine eventually shut down. The satellites could not be placed in their intended orbit and are now expected to burn up in the atmosphere. The FAA wants to investigate the incident before approving further launches.
DER SPIEGEL
13. Juli 2024 um 14:38

Elon Musk and the Falcon 9: His most important rocket is no longer allowed to fly - DER SPIEGEL

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Economy
The Falcon 9 rocket from SpaceX, which had over 340 successful missions, has been temporarily banned from launching after an explosion. This has an impact on planned launches, including Starlink satellites, communication satellites, and an astronaut mission. Experts see this as "catastrophic" for the space industry, as there are only a few alternatives to the Falcon 9.
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