Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Explodes During Testing In Blow To SpaceX Rival
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded during a test at Cape Canaveral, marking a setback for the company in its competition with SpaceX. The explosion occurred during a hotfire test, and while no personnel were harmed, the launchpad sustained significant damage. Blue Origin is now focused on investigating the incident and planning repairs, which may take several months.
- ▪The New Glenn rocket exploded during a hotfire test on May 28, 2026.
- ▪Blue Origin reported that all personnel were accounted for and safe after the explosion.
- ▪The incident damaged the launchpad at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, requiring extensive repairs.
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BreakingBusinessBlue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Explodes During Testing In Blow To SpaceX RivalBySiladitya Ray,Forbes Staff. Siladitya Ray is a New Delhi-based Forbes news team reporter.Follow AuthorMay 29, 2026, 01:00am EDTMay 29, 2026, 01:06am EDTToplineBlue Origin’s new rocket exploded on the launchpad in Florida during a test that was being conducted to prepare for an upcoming launch, dealing a major blow to the Jeff Bezos-backed rocket company and its bid to challenge Elon Musk’s SpaceX.A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket explodes during an engine-firing test on Thursday, May 28, 2026, in Cape Canaveral, Fla.
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