Lunar Crash Site: A Missed Opportunity for Science The recent crash landing of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket on the moon's surface has left scientists puzzled about why no one was able to capture images or video of the event.
Astronomers had been alerted and trained their telescopes, but the combination of lighting conditions and the remote location proved too great a challenge.
This incident highlights a broader issue with lunar exploration: our lack of preparedness for messes we make in space.