VIDEO: Blue Origin's Earth-Shattering Kaboom
A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded during a static fire test at Space Launch Complex 36. The explosion occurred while testing the rocket's BE-4 engines, which were intended for an upcoming launch of Amazon Leo internet satellites. Blue Origin confirmed that all personnel were safe and stated they would rebuild and continue their efforts.
- ▪The explosion happened on May 29, 2026, at around 9 p.m. local time.
- ▪Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket was undergoing a static fire test when the incident occurred.
- ▪Debris from the explosion may wash ashore, and the public is advised to report any found debris.
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VIDEO: Blue Origin's Earth-Shattering Kaboom Stephen Green | 9:50 AM on May 29, 2026 AP Photo/Cliff Owen, File So, that was a big badda-boom — very nearly a Wickwick Event. I'll explain that last part in just a moment, but first, the big news.Thursday at about 9 p.m. local time, a Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded at Space Launch Complex 36 during a static fire test of the massive rocket's seven powerful BE-4 engines. That same booster was supposed to be a part of next month's planned fourth launch of a New Glenn, tasked with putting Amazon Leo internet satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO). But to borrow from John Cleese, this is an ex-rocket.
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