SpaceX Falcon 9 Faces Rare Last-Second Abort During Starlink Launch
The rocket, on its 16th mission, was grounded after engine ignition, with no immediate reschedule date announced.
- The abort occurred just as the Falcon 9's engines ignited, marking a rare late-stage cancellation.
- This launch was intended to deploy 22 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit from Cape Canaveral.
- Previous attempts were delayed due to weather and other unspecified reasons.
- SpaceX has conducted 60 orbital missions this year, with 45 dedicated to Starlink.
- The next launch attempt remains uncertain as SpaceX investigates the cause of the abort.
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