Blue Origin rocket explodes during testing at Florida launchpad
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded during a static fire test at Cape Canaveral, causing significant infrastructural damage but no reported injuries. The incident raises concerns about the company's future in the competitive heavy-lift launch market. Investigations by the FAA and other authorities are underway to determine the cause of the explosion.
- ▪The explosion occurred during a static fire engine test at Launch Complex 36 on May 28, 2026.
- ▪No injuries were reported, but a lightning tower near the pad collapsed due to the blast.
- ▪The New Glenn rocket was set to carry Amazon's Project Kuiper satellites into orbit, which were not aboard during the test.
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