117K views · 724 reactions | A SpaceX rocket exploded during a ground test on Thursday at the company’s Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas. The Starship rocket, known as Ship 36, burst into flames while engineers were running a routine engine test. The test involves fuelling the rocket and briefly turning on its engines without launching it. The cause of the explosion is still unknown, but it is likely to delay the rocket’s future launch. | The National | Facebook

72K views · 751 reactions | In this week’s Starbase Update, we witness a slow-motion Ship 31 static fire, progress on the next generation Ship 33 and Ship 34, and some full stack testing of the Flight 5 full stack (Booster 11 and Ship 30)! Could a Wet Dress Rehearsal be next? To join us as we dive into the latest developments and what might happen next in the lead-up to launch, follow the link in the comments below!  | NASASpaceflight.com | Facebook

163 reactions · 6 comments | Catch up on the action-packed week in Starbase with boosters and ships rolling, OLM work, Ship 25 updates, and construction progress. Witness the first test of the Super Heavy Deluge System and Booster 9's lift onto the Orbital Launch Mount. Stay tuned for upcoming road closures and exciting spin prime and static fire campaigns! Link to full video in comments | NASASpaceflight.com | Facebook