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[ Update April.21.2019, 10:25 am EDT<\/strong>: An explosion took place on Saturday at Cape Canaveral during a SpaceX test of a Crew Dragon propulsion system. There is lots of speculation going on but we won’t know what actually happened, the cause, and the ramifications on SpaceX projects until the company gives a briefing on the accident. So far this is the only info released by the company:<\/p>\n Earlier today, SpaceX conducted a series of engine tests on a Crew Dragon test vehicle on our test stand at Landing Zone 1 in Cape Canaveral, Florida. The initial tests completed successfully but the final test resulted in an anomaly on the test stand.<\/em><\/p>\n Ensuring that our systems meet rigorous safety standards and detecting anomalies like this prior to flight are the main reasons why we test. Our teams are investigating and working closely with our NASA partners.<\/em><\/p>\n Here is a statement from the NASA administrator:<\/p>\n NASA has been notified about the results of the @SpaceX<\/a> Static Fire Test and the anomaly that occurred during the final test. We will work closely to ensure we safely move forward with our Commercial Crew Program. pic.twitter.com\/yE2J5yGzA7<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Jim Bridenstine (@JimBridenstine) April 21, 2019<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n