Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket explodes on launchpad
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket experienced a catastrophic explosion during a test on a Florida launchpad. This incident marks a significant setback for the company as it aims to compete with SpaceX. Fortunately, no satellites were onboard at the time of the explosion.
- ▪The New Glenn rocket exploded while undergoing a test on a Florida launchpad.
- ▪This explosion is a major setback for Blue Origin in its competition with SpaceX.
- ▪The rocket was preparing for its fourth launch, intended to deploy satellites for Amazon's Leo network.
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IndustriesTransportationBlue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Explodes on LaunchpadFacebookXLinkedInEmailLinkGiftFacebookXLinkedInEmailLinkGiftGift this articleContact us:Provide news feedback or report an errorConfidential tip?Send a tip to our reportersSite feedback:Take our SurveyNew WindowFacebookXLinkedInEmailLinkGiftBy Loren GrushMay 29, 2026 at 1:38 AM UTCUpdated on May 29, 2026 at 2:29 AM UTCBookmarkSaveBlue Origin’s New Glenn rocket exploded in a massive fireball while undergoing a test on a Florida launchpad Thursday evening, dealing a major setback to the Jeff Bezos-backed firm in its efforts to challenge a dominant SpaceX.
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