SpaceX's Starship launches are currently suspended as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) investigates a recent test flight mishap. The test flight occurred on May 26, 2023, when the Starship successfully launched from Texas but encountered issues with its first-stage booster during its return. Although the booster separated as intended, it experienced engine failures, leading to a hard landing rather than a controlled splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico. Fortunately, there were no injuries or property damage reported. The Starship continued its mission by deploying 20 mock satellites and concluded with a planned splashdown in the Indian Ocean. This 407-foot (124-meter) rocket, developed by SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, is designed to transport crews to Mars and is a key component of NASA's Artemis program, which aims to land astronauts on the Moon by 2028 and establish a lunar base. The FAA's oversight of the investigation ensures that safety protocols are followed before future launches can resume.