“We will review the data from today’s flight test to better understand root cause,” according to the company owned by Elon Musk.
The explosion of a huge SpaceX rocket above South Florida led to massive headaches for air travelers who were forced to endure unexpected delays due to the company’s latest mishap on Thursday.
The FAA had to halt air traffic around Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and Orlando in fear of “space launch debris,” following the SpaceX failure.
“After all my years of traveling, this is a first,” wrote a Facebook user who identified himself as pharmaceutical executive Ray Peck after his flight to South America was forced to land in Miami.
Peck, the CEO of VxP Pharma in Indianapolis, had just taken off on a connecting flight from Miami to Medellín, Colombia, when his flight had to turn back to MIA.
“This was an absolute first,” Peck, 62, told NBC News from Colombia, where he landed nearly five hours late early Friday morning.
“I’ve never had a situation where I’ve had to say, ‘No, I’m not late because of a missed connection, mechanical problem or even an unruly passenger. Yeah, our flight was delayed and had to go back to Miami because a rocket exploded over our heads and the pieces were falling down,’” he added.
Peck added that after the pilot’s announcement, the Colombia-bound passengers peered out their windows for possible space debris.
“Everybody was looking and wondering if they’re going to see pieces of that rocket going past the plane,” he said. “If it had been, ‘Oh here comes a rocket engine de-orbiting,’ that wouldn’t have been good.”
Traveler Jesse Winans, who had been on a flight from Costa Rica to Charlotte, could only look on in disbelief as he and his fellow flyers were forced into an unexpected layover in Fort Lauderdale.
“They’re trying to handle customers, but I think it’s gonna be a long process to get to where we’re going,” the exasperated traveler told NBC South Florida.
SpaceX, which experienced a similar mishap in January, vowed again to learn from this latest failure.
“We will review the data from today’s flight test to better understand root cause,” tje company said in a statement Thursday night. “As always, success comes from what we learn, and today’s flight will offer additional lessons to improve Starship’s reliability.”
Luck Levels of the 12 Zodiac Signs in 2025
Each zodiac sign has different luck levels in career, love, health, and finance. Here’s an overview of how lucky each zodiac sign is this year!
Aries (March 21 – April 19) – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Very Lucky!)
🔥 Overall Luck: 9/10
Career: Great opportunities for promotions and leadership roles.
Love: Passionate energy attracts romance, but be mindful of impulsive decisions.
Health: Good energy, but don’t overwork yourself.
Money: Financial gains are possible, especially in new investments.
✔ Lucky Tip: Take bold risks—they’ll pay off!
Taurus (April 20 – May 20) – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Mostly Lucky)
🌿 Overall Luck: 8/10
Career: Stability and slow but steady progress.
Love: Stronger relationships, but avoid being too stubborn.
Health: Good, but stress might be an issue.
Money: Financial stability is within reach if you manage expenses well.
✔ Lucky Tip: Trust your instincts when making financial decisions.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20) – ⭐⭐⭐ (Moderately Lucky)
🌬️ Overall Luck: 7/10
Career: New opportunities, but distractions may slow you down.
Love: Exciting but short-lived romances—commitment might be challenging.
Health: Energy fluctuates; balance is key.
Money: Mixed luck—avoid impulsive spending.
✔ Lucky Tip: Stay focused on one goal at a time.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22) – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Mostly Lucky)
🌊 Overall Luck: 8/10
Career: Emotional intelligence helps in teamwork and leadership.
Love: Deep emotional connections grow stronger.
Health: Good, but don’t ignore emotional well-being.
Money: Stable, with potential for long-term gains.
✔ Lucky Tip: Follow your heart but keep a practical mindset.
Leo (July 23 – August 22) – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Very Lucky!)
☀️ Overall Luck: 9/10
Career: Recognition and success—great year for big career moves.
Love: Exciting romance and deepening connections.
Health: Strong and energetic, but avoid overconfidence.
Money: High potential for wealth and luxury.
✔ Lucky Tip: Stay humble and share your success with others.
Virgo (August 23 – September 22) – ⭐⭐⭐ (Moderately Lucky)
🌾 Overall Luck: 7/10
Career: Progress is slow but steady—your hard work pays off.
Love: Good year for stable relationships, but avoid overanalyzing emotions.
Health: Decent, but stress and anxiety need management.
Money: Financial discipline will be key to success.
✔ Lucky Tip: Don’t overthink—trust your process.
Libra (September 23 – October 22) – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Mostly Lucky)
⚖️ Overall Luck: 8/10
Career: Networking leads to big opportunities.
Love: Relationships are harmonious if communication is open.
Health: Good, but maintain work-life balance.
Money: Stable, with chances for extra income.
✔ Lucky Tip: Say yes to new collaborations.
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21) – ⭐⭐⭐ (Moderately Lucky)
🦂 Overall Luck: 7/10
Career: Challenges, but resilience leads to success.
Love: Intense but rewarding relationships.
Health: Energy may fluctuate—take care of your mental health.
Money: Financial surprises—both good and bad.
✔ Lucky Tip: Stay patient and trust the timing of things.
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21) – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Very Lucky!)
🏹 Overall Luck: 9/10
Career: Exciting new opportunities and travel-related success.
Love: Romantic adventures ahead!
Health: Strong and active—great year for fitness.
Money: Financial growth, but watch out for reckless spending.
✔ Lucky Tip: Embrace new experiences fearlessly.
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19) – ⭐⭐⭐ (Moderately Lucky)
🏔️ Overall Luck: 7/10
Career: Slow and steady success. Hard work pays off.
Love: Serious and meaningful relationships develop.
Health: Good, but stress from work can be an issue.
Money: Good financial habits lead to long-term wealth.
✔ Lucky Tip: Patience and perseverance bring rewards.
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18) – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Mostly Lucky)
🌌 Overall Luck: 8/10
Career: Innovation leads to breakthroughs.
Love: Unique and exciting relationships.
Health: Good, but don’t neglect routine check-ups.
Money: Financial stability with unexpected gains.
✔ Lucky Tip: Trust your creativity—it will lead to success.
Pisces (February 19 – March 20) – ⭐⭐⭐ (Moderately Lucky)
🌊 Overall Luck: 7/10
Career: Intuition helps guide you to success.
Love: Emotional depth strengthens relationships.
Health: Stay active to maintain balance.
Money: Good fortune, but avoid financial daydreaming.
✔ Lucky Tip: Follow your intuition, but stay grounded in reality.
Final Thoughts
✨ The luckiest signs in 2024: Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius.
⚡ Signs with balanced luck: Taurus, Cancer, Libra, and Aquarius.
💡 Signs that need to be patient: Gemini, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricorn, and Pisces.
No matter your sign, luck depends on your actions! Stay positive, work hard, and opportunities will come your way😊