SpaceX's Starship rocket exploded during the test launch

As explained by SpaceX, the pressure control systems will operate at full capacity during the test so an explosion is predictable and nothing too serious.

Picture 1 of SpaceX's Starship rocket exploded during the test launch
The Mark 1 prototype of the Starship rocket manufactured by SpaceX technology corporation unexpectedly exploded.

During the test on November 20, the Mark 1 prototype of the Starship rocket manufactured by SpaceX technology corporation suddenly exploded. However, SpaceX said the incident was "not too serious".

The Mark 1 rocket exploded during the cold resistance test at the SpaceX test ground in Boca Chica, Texas (USA). This is a test to test the ability of vehicles under extreme low temperature conditions like in outer space.

As explained by SpaceX, the pressure control systems will operate at full capacity during the test so an explosion is predictable and nothing too serious.