Giant Piece Of Space Debris Found In The Australian Desert

A large piece of suspected space debris was discovered in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia , the Australian Space Agency confirmed on Monday (October 20). The charred and smoldering object, likely a propellant tank or pressure vessel from a space launch vehicle, was found by mine workers near Newman, approximately 18 miles east of the mining town.

The discovery sparked a multi-agency investigation involving the Australian Space Agency, WA Police, and the Department of Fire and Emergency Services. Initial assessments suggest the object is made of carbon fiber , consistent with aerospace components. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau ruled out the possibility of the object originating from a commercial aircraft.

The object was discovered on Saturday (October 18) and d