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Explore the phenomenon of SpaceX Dragon's sonic booms, their impact on communities, and the future of space travel with innovative solutions to minimize disruptions. On the evening of May 24, 2025, the night sky over Southern California lit up with a streak of red and yellow, followed by a thunderous boom that rattled windows and shook homes. Residents from Venice to Santa Clarita were startled, with some mistaking the sound for an earthquake or even a bomb. This wasn’t a natural disaster or an attack—it was the triumphant return of SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft, reentering Earth’s atmosphere after a mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The sonic boom, a hallmark of spacecraft breaking the sound barrier, announced Dragon’s arrival as it splashed down off the coast of Oceanside, California, at approximately 10:45 p.m. PT. But what does this recurring phenomenon mean for the future of space exploration, and how can we balance the awe-inspiring advancements of space travel w...