Blue Origin rocket explodes in massive fireball during test on launch pad
May 29, 2026
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as posted by the channelBlue 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."
“It’s too early to know the root cause, but we’re already working to find it," said Blue Origin owner Jeff Bezos via X. "Very rough day, but we’ll rebuild whatever needs rebuilding and get back to flying. It’s worth it.”
Video posted to social media showed the fireball on the launch pad. Cape Canaveral Space Force Station's Launch Complex 36 is visible from the beach, and the internet quickly filled with photos of the explosion.
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