SpaceX boss describes world’s biggest rocket as ‘alien-level technology’ following three failed flight tests in 2025

The test launch had an increased level of attention after the ninth test flight in June ended in failure and total destruction on the launch pad when the super-booster rocket exploded during a preflight procedure. The eighth test flight saw the Starship explode over the Gulf

SpaceX called off a launch attempt Sunday after detecting a leak in the plumbing that flows super-cold liquid oxygen propellant into the rocket. Technicians fixed the problem in time for another countdown 24 hours later, but the risk of lightning in the area prevented Starship from lifting off Monday evening.

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