SpaceX’s Falcon 9 wasn't the first rocket to crash into the moon. Here's a rundown

SpaceX’s Falcon 9 upper stage impacted the Moon on August 5th, marking another instance of spacecraft debris reaching our celestial neighbor. This collision is part of an ongoing trend of objects intentionally or unintentionally impacting the lunar surface. Prior to this event, several other rockets and satellites have experienced similar energetic landings near the Moon. NASA has documented at least six previous instances of spacecraft components striking the Moon, including missions from Russia and China. The recent impact highlights the increasing challenges associated with managing space junk and its potential effects on future lunar exploration endeavors.