Blue Origin rocket explodes on the launch pad during an engine-firing test

A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded during an engine test at Cape Canaveral, briefly lighting up the sky and shaking nearby homes, though no injuries were reported.

The company said it is investigating the cause of the failure, which comes after previous issues with the rocket’s early flights.

The vehicle was intended for an upcoming satellite launch and plays a key role in Blue Origin’s plans for NASA lunar missions.

Despite the setback, officials said other launches at the spaceport will continue as scheduled, NPR has reported.

Jeff Bezos and NASA representatives emphasized that developing heavy-lift rockets is difficult and pledged to address any impact on future missions.

read more: https://www.npr.org/2026/05/29/nx-s1-5838582/blue-origin-rocket-explodes-on-the-launch-pad-during-an-engine-firing-test

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