Why Starship 8 Exploded—and How SpaceX Fixed It!

“Why Starship 8 Exploded—and How SpaceX Fixed It”
SpaceX’s Starship Flight 8 ended in a massive mid-air explosion—but now, the mystery has been solved. After a deep investigation, SpaceX revealed that a hardware failure in one of the Raptor engines triggered a dangerous "flash," causing engine shutdowns and the eventual destruction of the upper stage. This wasn’t just a setback—it was a turning point. SpaceX conducted over 100 Raptor test firings and implemented key upgrades, including new insulation, a nitrogen purge system, and drainage fixes. The FAA, NASA, and other agencies have officially cleared Starship to fly again. Now, all eyes are on Flight 9, set to launch on May 27, using a flight-proven Super Heavy booster for the first time. In this episode, we break down the findings, the fixes, and why this launch could change the future of space exploration.
References:
https://www.space.com/space-exploration/private-spaceflight/spacex-knows-why-its-starship-flight-8-ship-exploded-traced-to-flash-in-rocket-engines
https://spacenews.com/spacex-blames-starship-flight-8-mishap-on-engine-hardware-failure/