A commander reported a frustrating incident where their ship, at just 8% hull integrity, exploded upon landing despite a very cautious approach on a flat surface with landing gear deployed. The explosion caused a loss of 2 billion credits, prompting the player to consider a break from Elite Dangerous. This event has sparked community concern about potential landing damage mechanics or bugs that might unexpectedly destroy ships, a critical issue for players heavily invested in their vessels. The incident was shared on October 7, 2026, highlighting ongoing risks during ship recovery phases.
- Ship hull at 8% before landing explosion
- Loss of 2 billion credits triggered by incident