SpaceX Rockets Disrupt Flights Over Indian Ocean Causing Major Delays

Sydney: So, here’s the scoop. SpaceX rockets coming back to Earth are messing with flights over the southern Indian Ocean. Qantas has been hit hard, with some flights delayed by up to six hours. South African Airways is feeling the pinch too.

Qantas is asking Elon Musk’s team to give them a heads-up about when and where these rocket re-entries will happen. It seems like the timing can change at the last minute, which is a real headache for airlines.

Ben Holland from Qantas mentioned that they’ve had to delay several flights between Sydney and Johannesburg because of advice from the US Government about the rocket landings. The route goes right over the ocean where these rockets are splashing down.

They fly big Airbus A380 jets on that route, and while the first stage of the Falcon 9 rocket can be reused, the upper stage just goes into the ocean. It’s a bit of a mess, really.

Qantas is trying to keep passengers in the loop about any changes, but it’s tough when things shift last minute. They’re working with SpaceX to find a way to reduce the disruptions. SpaceX hasn’t commented yet, but it’s clear this is a tricky situation for everyone involved.