Astronomers prepare as SpaceX rocket stage nears moon strike
Astronomers are tracking a spent SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage that is expected to impact the moon on August 5, 2026. While the collision was accidental, scientists view it as a rare opportunity to study the impact dynamics and lunar surface composition.
Astronomers are closely monitoring a SpaceX rocket stage that is on the way to striking the moon. This Falcon 9 rocket had launched two satellites towards the moon in January 2025. Then SpaceX abandoned the rocket’s spent upper stage in an unstable orbit as it lacked enough fuel to return to the earth or head into deep space. It is now expected to hit the moon on August 5 at 12:05 pm IST.
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