Blue Origin rocket explodes on launch pad during engine-firing test
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded during an engine-firing test at Cape Canaveral on May 28, 2026. The explosion occurred ahead of a planned satellite launch, but no injuries were reported. The company is investigating the cause and remains committed to its lunar lander missions for NASA's Artemis program.
- ▪The New Glenn rocket exploded during a test at Cape Canaveral, shaking nearby homes.
- ▪No injuries were reported, and emergency crews responded to the scene.
- ▪Blue Origin is investigating the cause of the explosion and plans to continue its lunar missions for NASA.
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A rocket belonging to Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin exploded during a test at the launch pad on Thursday (May 28, 2026) night, shaking nearby homes and briefly painting the sky orange.Blue Origin said its New Glenn rocket exploded during an engine-firing test being conducted ahead of a satellite launch planned for next week. No one was hurt, according to officials at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.“It’s too early to know the root cause but we’re already working to find it,” Mr. Bezos said via X. “Very rough day, but we’ll rebuild whatever needs rebuilding and get back to flying. It’s worth it.” The massive New Glenn was grounded in April after it left a satellite in the wrong orbit because of engine failure.
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