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February 23, 2025

NTSB Final Report: Starship Enterprise (No, Really)

Pilot Discovered Two Through Penetrations Of The Ventral Vertical Stabilizer And Damage To Three Propellor Blade Leading Edges

Analysis: While conducting a post-flight walkaround inspection, the pilot discovered two through penetrations of the ventral vertical stabilizer and damage to three propellor blade leading edges, likely from foreign object debris. The stabilizer sustained substantial damage. The source of the debris could not be determined based on the available information. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

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