SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket grounded again after crash-landing investigation

SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket has been grounded for the third time in three months due to an investigation by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This follows an uncontrolled crash-landing of part of the rocket in the ocean after a recent launch. The Falcon 9 launched on September 28, successfully delivering a capsule to the International Space Station (ISS) with two astronauts. However, the rocket's second stage experienced issues during reentry, prompting the FAA to halt further launches until the investigation is complete. Previously, the FAA grounded Falcon 9 rockets twice this year due to separate incidents involving satellite releases and a booster explosion. The FAA also grounded SpaceX's Starship rocket in April 2023 after an explosion shortly after launch.