Texas residents sue Elon Musk’s SpaceX over sonic booms
- by Independent
- May 03, 2026
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(Reuters)
Dozens of South Texas homeowners have filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk's SpaceX, alleging gross negligence and trespassing.
The residents claim that sonic booms from 11 rocket tests conducted between April 2023 and October 2025 caused damage to their properties.
A 2023 Starship rocket launch reportedly destroyed its launch pad and scattered debris up to three-quarters of a mile away.
The lawsuit, filed by 80 residents, seeks an unspecified amount of money for damage to walls, windows, and roofs, though specific details were not included.
The Federal Aviation Administration authorised SpaceX to increase its launches from South Texas to 25 per year in 2025, a five-fold increase, amid ongoing local disputes.
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