SpaceX revealed that last month's explosion of the Starship vehicle resulted from a series of propellant leaks, a problem the company claims to have resolved. These leaks, identified during a test flight that initially went well, triggered a sequence of events leading to a loss of communication and engine failures. The company is currently awaiting a conclusion from the FAA regarding the mishap investigation. Notably, this marks the first time SpaceX is under such scrutiny while CEO Elon Musk influences regulatory changes within the FAA.
SpaceX reported last month that the explosion of Starship was caused by a sequence of propellant leaks, which has now been addressed ahead of the next test flight.
The ongoing FAA investigation is the first for SpaceX while CEO Elon Musk is actively engaging with the U.S. government, impacting how mishaps are reviewed.
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