Researchers from the University of British Columbia have calculated the odds of a passenger dying from space debris as 1 in 2,200 this year, disregarding satellite threats. This figure is likely conservative since it only accounts for falling rocket bodies. As spaceflight becomes more common, the number of uncontrolled rocket returns is increasing; there are estimated to be 120 such events in 2024. With the chance of a piece of rocket junk falling through busy airspace at 26%, passengers may face increased risks and delays from this growing concern in the aerospace industry.
Researchers from the University of British Columbia have calculated a 1 in 2,200 chance of passengers being killed by a falling rocket striking their plane this year.
As rocket launches increase, so does the risk of space debris, with a current estimate of 120 uncontrolled rocket re-entries expected in 2024.
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