Blue Origin Rocket Explodes During Ground Test in Florida
A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded during a ground test at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The incident occurred on Thursday while the rocket was undergoing an engine hotfire test. No personnel were injured, and Blue Origin confirmed that all staff were accounted for. The explosion poses a setback for the New Glenn programme, which is crucial for launching 48 Amazon Leo broadband satellites and supporting NASA's Artemis missions. Blue Origin has not disclosed the cause of the explosion, and an investigation is underway. This rocket was the fourth New Glenn vehicle, with previous launches occurring successfully from the same site. Blue Origin's founder, Jeff Bezos, acknowledged the incident and stated that the company would work to determine the root cause and continue development efforts.
Published 2 days ago • 29 May 2026, 09:39 AM IST