A SpaceX Starship prototype failed in space minutes after launching from Texas on Thursday, forcing airline flights over the Gulf of Mexico to alter course.

Elon Musk’s company revealed that the spacecraft’s six engines shut down one by one, leading to the loss of contact and the mission’s abrupt end. The spacecraft was supposed to soar across the Gulf of Mexico from Texas on a near loop around the world similar to previous test flights.

"Starship experienced a rapid unscheduled disassembly during its ascent burn," the company said.

The Starship rocket launched by SpaceX in its 7th test flight turned disastrous as the spacecraft was destroyed following a thrilling booster catch back