Polish space agency checking whether unidentified object is SpaceX rocket debris
Poland's space agency POLSA is checking whether an unidentified object found near the western Polish city of Poznan on Wednesday is debris from Elon Musk's SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, a spokesperson said.
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A new study from the University of British Columbia reveals the growing danger of falling space debris striking an airplane.
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Falling space debris could increasingly affect airline traffic, research finds
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Falling space debris is increasingly threatening airplanes, researchers say
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Early scrub!: SpaceX launch from Cape Canaveral now targeted for Saturday afternoon
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Scientists reveal just how likely it is that someone will be KILLED by an out-of-control rocket this year
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