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AMOS-6 (Static Fire)
The rocket that exploded before it even launched.
Mission Overview
During a routine pre-flight "Static Fire" test on the launch pad, a COPV (Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessel) failed, causing the rocket to explode in a massive fireball.
Learning from History
"The explosion destroyed the $200 million AMOS-6 satellite and heavily damaged Launch Complex 40, taking it out of service for over a year."
Mission Specs
| Year | 2016 |
|---|---|
| Country | USA |
| Type | Commercial / Failure |
| Destination | Geostationary Orbit |
| Status | Failed |
| Rocket | 9x Merlin 1D |