SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket experienced a rare failure during a satellite launch, prompting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to ground it and initiate an investigation. This marks the first Falcon 9 failure in nearly a decade. The incident could impact NASA’s astronaut launch schedule, SpaceX’s space tourism, satellite internet service, and the global commercial satellite industry. The rocket, carrying 20 Starlink satellites, launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The FAA will oversee corrective actions and determine when Falcon 9 can resume flights. No public injuries or property damage were reported.