FAA orders SpaceX probe into Starship booster mishap
The Federal Aviation Administration ordered SpaceX to investigate a mishap in which a Starship Super Heavy booster crashed into the Gulf of Mexico during Starship flight 12 on May 22. The FAA determined the launch resulted in a mishap as the booster flew back to the Gulf after stage separation, and it said there were no reports of injuries or damage to public property. The agency said it will oversee the SpaceX-led investigation, be involved at every step, approve the final report and corrective actions, and only approve any return to flight once public safety is ensured.
FAA will oversee and approve investigation into Starship booster crash
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A test flight on May 22 saw a Super Heavy booster crash into the Gulf of Mexico. The FAA…
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