SpaceX Starship Rocket Explodes in Texas During Failed Landing Attempt

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SpaceX’s Starship rocket exploded during its landing attempt in Boca Chica, Texas, following a test flight on Wednesday, December 9.

This video streamed live on SpaceX’s website shows massive plumes of smoke wafting from the SN8 rocket as it burst into flames during the attempted landing.

SpaceX founder Elon Musk wrote on Twitter after the crash landing: “Successful ascent, switchover to header tanks & precise flap control to landing point!”.

In another Twitter post Musk proclaimed the test flight a success despite the explosion, writing: “Mars, here we come!!” Credit: SpaceX via Storyful