Lunar Landfill: Space Debris Hits the Moon, Again The collision of a four tonne SpaceX rocket part on the lunar surface has sparked a mix of fascination and concern among space enthusiasts and scientists.
The incident serves as a stark reminder that humanity's increasingly crowded space environment poses risks not only for Earth but also for other celestial bodies.
The debris in question, measuring around 18 meters long – roughly the size of a school bus – was part of a Falcon 9 rocket launched by SpaceX in early 2025.