NASA chief, Musk associate Isaacman dismisses SpaceX rocket crash on Moon as 'not a big deal'

Published Aug 5, 09:41 PM UTC

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A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage crashed into the moon on August 5, 2026, with the impact force of three tons of TNT, creating a new crater. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, a close business associate of Elon Musk, dismissed the incident on Fox News, calling it 'not a big deal' and noting the moon 'has clearly seen better days.' Isaacman highlighted SpaceX's record of recovering 600 rockets and pivoted to future plans for reusable rockets landing on the moon to build a base. The article notes Isaacman's financial ties to SpaceX and his alignment with Trump and Musk's lunar ambitions, raising concerns that his dismissive response may downplay risks. It also warns that growing space debris from increased launches could threaten satellites and complicate moon base plans if more SpaceX rockets veer off course.

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The New RepublicWestern

Original headline: Trump’s NASA Official Not Too Worried as SpaceX Rocket Dents the Moon

Original language: EN

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