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SpaceX’s negotiations with the Bahamas to allow Falcon 9 rocket boosters to land in the island nation have been delayed following the mid-flight explosion of its Starship rocket in March, which scattered debris across Bahamian islands. The agreement, signed in February last year, included Falcon 9 landings and a $1 million donation to the University of the Bahamas, plus $100,000 in fees per landing.
According to sources, SpaceX initially offered complimentary Starlink terminals for Bahamian defense vessels to sweeten the deal, though the Bahamian government later stated it pays for its Starlink services and did not accept donations from SpaceX. Tensions reportedly arose within the Bahamian government over the deal’s approval process, with some officials citing a lack of transparency.
The March Starship explosion prompted renewed safety and environmental concerns. Bahamian authorities are reviewing SpaceX’s environmental impact report and considering regulatory amendments to strengthen oversight of rocket landings. Local officials described SpaceX’s presence as “polarizing,” citing worries about debris and sovereignty over national airspace.
The Falcon 9 booster landings, if approved, would provide SpaceX with a more efficient path to orbit, supporting its satellite network Starlink and broader Mars ambitions. However, opposition from environmental groups and concerns raised by regional leaders, including Mexico’s president, highlight the geopolitical risks SpaceX faces as it expands globally amid competition from Amazon and Chinese satellite operators.
SpaceX continues to push forward with Starship development despite consecutive test failures, with CEO Elon Musk projecting another launch attempt within weeks. The Bahamas may resume Falcon 9 landings later this summer, pending regulatory and environmental reviews.
