• Blue Origin investigates rocket explosion as public is warned about possible wreckage washing ashore
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    Blue Origin investigates rocket explosion as public is warned about possible wreckage washing ashore

    May 30, 2026 - By 

    Aerial views on Friday revealed heaps of crumpled structures on the ground, with just one tower and the water tank still standing. CAPE CANAVERAL SPACE FORCE STATION, Fla. — Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin is assessing damage to its launch pad after a rocket exploded during a test firing, creating a giant orange fireball seen and felt for miles around. The company fueled the hulking New Glenn rocket Thursday night, hoping to briefly ignite the engines ahead of a satellite launch next week. But the 321-foot (98-meter), rocket blew up, taking part of the pad with it. This…

  • Blue Origin rocket explodes in massive fireball on launch pad
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    Blue Origin rocket explodes in massive fireball on launch pad

    May 29, 2026 - By 

    There were no injuries when the New Glenn rocket exploded Thursday night in Cape Canaveral. CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket exploded on the launch pad Thursday evening, creating a massive fireball, shaking homes and briefly painting the sky orange. The explosion occurred about 9 p.m. Eastern Time. No one was hurt, according to officials at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. “We experienced an anomaly during today’s hotfire test,” Blue Origin said on social media. “All personnel have been accounted for. We will provide updates as we learn more.” This story continues below. “It’s…