Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Exploded On The Launch Platform

A planned test for Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket ahead of a planned flight turned into a disaster when it exploded on the launch platform.
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Blue Origin's rocket explodes on launch pad in Florida—a look at New Glenn's troubled past

A New Glenn rocket made by Jeff Bezos-owned Blue Origin exploded on its launch pad in Cape Canaveral, Florida, at 9:00 PM local time on 28 May, 2026. The explosion took place during a test prior to an ...

Blue Origin rocket explodes during ground test

The company, owned by Jeff Bezos, said its New Glenn rocket would launch this week. A second stage failure derailed the vehicle’s third flight last month.
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A Lot of 'Knock-On Effects:' Hadfield of Blue Origin’s Rocket Explosion

Chris Hadfield, retired Canadian Astronaut & former International Space Station Commander, suggests Blue Origin’s rocket exploding on the launchpad Thursday night in Florida is a setback for both Blue ...
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Blue Origin rocket debris could pose danger

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded during a test at Cape Canaveral, but no one was injured. Officials have warned the public not to touch any potential rocket debris that may wash ashore. While ...

Blue Origin rocket explosion: What we know about blast in Cape Canaveral

Investigation begins into fiery Blue Origin rocket explosion on Florida's Space Coast.