Abandoned SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket Stage at 5,400 mph Near Einstein Crater
- Publish date: Thursday، 06 August 2026 Reading time: 1 min read
Abandoned SpaceX booster set for unplanned Moon impact near Einstein crater
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After nearly 19 months in space, an abandoned SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage will make an unplanned impact on the Moon. The booster is expected to hit the lunar surface near the Einstein crater at approximately 5,400 mph, bringing the human-made object's footprint to the moon.The booster is anticipated to impact the lunar surface near the Einstein crater at 5,400 mph, adding a new chapter to the history of man-made objects landing on the moon. According to TIME and reporting from Space.com, scientists plan to study the impact for insights into lunar geology and future exploration.
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