Rocket Explosion

Despite rapid advancements in the space industry, rocket explosions still occur and are pretty common. Even the most reputable launch operators are never 100% safe from rocket launch failure. There is more than just one rocket that blew up over the history of launches — starting with the leading heavyweight launcher SpaceX, who had its share of an accidental rocket explosions.

On the bright side, human casualties are extremely rare when a rocket explodes, but a failed rocket launch often means the loss of payload. Sometimes, when exploding rocket parts fall on the ground, they may end up in populated areas — even though most rocket launches today take place over the sea.

Stay on top of all the latest news on rocket explosions and the launch operators as they experience rocket launch failure.