SpaceX's Starship: From Explosive Tests to Loss of Most Powerful Rocket

TL;DR
SpaceX launched its Starship rocket for its second test flight, but the booster exploded after separating and the spacecraft apparently detonated after reaching space. The rocket successfully lifted off and separated, but experienced a "rapid unscheduled disassembly" and exploded. The engines continued to fire until SpaceX lost data from the second stage. No injuries or property damage were reported, and the FAA will oversee an investigation to determine the cause and prevent future incidents. SpaceX will need FAA approval for a third test flight. The Starship is designed to carry passengers to the moon and Mars as part of NASA's Artemis program.
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