SpaceX Starship Test Flight Ends in Explosion

SpaceX's Starship rocket experienced a 'rapid unscheduled disassembly' during its seventh test flight, leading to debris falling over the Atlantic Ocean and causing temporary disruptions in air travel. The explosion occurred approximately eight and a half minutes after launch, following the separation from its Super Heavy booster, which was successfully caught by the launch tower. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has mandated a mishap investigation to determine the root cause and prevent future incidents, temporarily halting further Starship launches. Initial investigations suggest an oxygen/fuel leak might have led to a fire in the rocket's aft section. The FAA is also investigating reports of property damage on Turks and Caicos and public safety impacts. SpaceX, known for its rapid testing and iterative development approach, aims to resolve the issues and continue its path towards making space travel more frequent and reliable.