SpaceX’s seventh Starship flight ended prematurely due to an unexpected propellant leak caused by a harmonic response, illustrating the challenges in advancing aerospace innovation. Minutes after booster separation, a series of engine shutdowns and a communication loss marked the mission’s dramatic end.

Sara Spangelo, pivotal to SpaceX’s Starlink initiatives, has shifted focus to the energy sector after three years of transformative leadership. Starlink revolutionized connectivity, bringing communication to remote areas lacking traditional infrastructure. Spangelo’s extensive background includes leading roles at Swarm Technologies, NASA, and