SpaceX vs. The Moon: The 5,400 MPH Collision of August 2026 | Space Junk or Science?
A 45-foot-tall piece of human history is about to leave a permanent mark on the Moon. On August 5, 2026, a discarded SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage (object 2025-010D) will slam into the lunar surface at a staggering 5,400 mph—seven times the speed of sound. In today’s episode, we break down the high-stakes calculations by astronomer Bill Gray of Project Pluto, who has predicted the impact near the Einstein Crater with surgical precision.
We dive into the controversy: Is this a "scientific opportunity" to study a fresh lunar crater, or a sign of "orbital negligence"?. We explore how this spent rocket, left adrift after launching lunar landers in early 2025, highlights the growing problem of space debris as NASA and China prepare for permanent moon bases. Join us to find out if the impact will be visible from Earth and why experts say it’s time to start sending our "trash" into orbits around the Sun instead.
This episode includes AI-generated content.
