SpaceX's Starship 36 exploded during a static fire test at its Starbase facility in Texas on Wednesday night, June 18, 2025. It happened during preparations for Starship Flight 10. The incident took place at the Masseys test site, where engineers were conducting a routine static fire test of Starship 36. Just as the engines ignited, the vehicle suddenly exploded, sending a massive fireball into the sky that was visible for miles video by @NASASpaceflight 📌#Starbase | #Texas Here's what is known