SpaceX Falcon 9 stage carved 60-foot crater into the Moon, NASA images show

NASA has released photographic evidence of a significant impact created by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage on the lunar surface. Specifically, the images reveal a 60-foot deep crater formed by the descent of the upper stage following its mission. The feature was documented and published by NASA as confirmation of the event’s occurrence. This marks the first time a commercial launch vehicle has directly impacted the moon's surface. AeroTime reported on this discovery, highlighting the visual documentation provided by NASA regarding the unprecedented landing.