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Falcon 1 - Flight 1
The first launch attempt of SpaceX.
Mission Overview
Launched from Omelek Island, the rocket suffered a fuel leak and engine fire just 33 seconds into flight. It fell back into the ocean near the launch pad.
Learning from History
"The payload, FalconSAT-2, actually crashed through the roof of a storage shed right next to the launch site."
Mission Specs
| Year | 2006 |
|---|---|
| Country | USA |
| Type | Testing / Rocket |
| Destination | Low Earth Orbit |
| Status | Failed |
| Rocket | Merlin 1A |