Mike Hughes And The Flat Earth Theories That Led Him To Launch A Rocket

His Rocket Finally Launches

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A successful launch, from a mobile home trailer bed, on March 25, 2018, likely impressed many people who didn’t think an untrained rocket scientist could pull off such a feat. Unfortunately, he managed to travel only 1,875 feet before losing momentum. Hughes and his rocket made a rough landing in the Mojave desert. Hughes launched his steam-powered rocket at a sharp angle to avoid falling back to earth on public land. His rocket reached a speed of 350 mph. He was taken to the hospital but reported only “minor” back pain from his publicity stunt.

But why would someone do this in the first place? Flat earth conspiracy theories have increased in recent years. Let’s take a look at what they believe.