Starship’s fifth test may have been loud enough to damage nearby homes

New concerns have bloomed over the sonic booms Starship creates during its launch sequences and how they might damage communities.

SpaceX’s Starship program has faced a wave of criticism after its fifth test flight, which reportedly caused sonic booms that damaged homes and buildings in South Texas. Sonic booms occur when an object travels faster than the speed of sound, generating shockwaves that can cause vibrations capable of cracking windows, shaking walls, or even damaging foundations.

com/watch?v=hI9HQfCAw64 These concerns and any investigations they fuel are expected to play a crucial role in determining regulatory responses to these issues. Future rulings may include stricter guidelines for test flights near populated areas, additional safety protocols, or requirements for SpaceX to provide compensation for damages.

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