starship rocket lifting off juxtaposed with elon musk looking over his shoulder frowning
Side by side images show Starship on its first integrated launch in April 20 next to a picture of SpaceX CEO Elon Musk.
  • SpaceX is adding changes to Starship's launchpad and rocket ahead of its next launch. 
  • The hope is the changes will keep the rocket from blowing up and spraying debris, like it did last time. 
  • This includes adding a blast-proof system to the launchpad and vented heat shields on the booster.

Elon Musk's SpaceX is rolling out some changes to its Starship mega-rocket ahead of an upcoming second launch.