SpaceX rocket failure prompts NASA to review ISS astronaut launches

SpaceX's recent Falcon 9 rocket failure during a Starlink satellite launch has prompted NASA to assess potential impacts on upcoming astronaut missions. The anomaly occurred with the rocket's second stage, leaving satellites in an abnormal orbit. This incident raises concerns for NASA's Crew-9 mission to the International Space Station (ISS), scheduled for mid-August. Safety remains a top priority as investigations by SpaceX and the FAA continue. The ISS crew, currently aboard since March, may face extended missions if necessary. SpaceX, the sole U.S. spacecraft for crewed missions, collaborates closely with NASA amidst ongoing challenges with Boeing's Starliner, currently docked at ISS following issues during its test mission.