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Falcon 1 - Flight 3
A collision during separation destroys the rocket.
Mission Overview
Residual thrust in the new Merlin 1C engine caused the first stage to "bump" the second stage immediately after separation, destroying the vehicle.
Learning from History
"The rocket was carrying NASA payloads and the remains of Star Trek actor James Doohan (Scotty). SpaceX had only enough money left for one more launch."
Mission Specs
| Year | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Country | USA |
| Type | Testing / Rocket |
| Destination | Low Earth Orbit |
| Status | Failed |
| Rocket | Merlin 1C / Kestrel |