A 9,000-pound SpaceX rocket will crash into the moon tonight. Will you be able to see it? - Space
A 9,000-pound SpaceX rocket stage is set to collide with the moon, potentially creating a visible debris plume. Astronomers suggest that while the impact itself may not be seen, the resulting ejecta could be observable from Earth.
Why it matters
This event highlights the growing issue of space debris and the rare opportunity for amateur astronomers to observe lunar impacts.
Solar System The moon A 9,000-pound SpaceX rocket will crash into the moon tonight. Will you be able to see it? News By Samantha Mathewson Published 4 August 2026 While the impact itself probably won't be visible from Earth, observers may have a chance to spot a plume of debris rising above the lunar surface.
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