#Blue Origin

Fiery Setback: Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Explodes During Prelaunch Test at Cape Canaveral

A static fire test turned catastrophic on May 28, 2026, as Blue Origin's massive New Glenn rocket exploded on the launchpad at Cape Canaveral. This incident marks a significant blow to Jeff Bezos's space venture, potentially delaying critical missions for Amazon and NASA's Artemis program, and reigniting crucial conversations about the inherent risks and relentless pursuit of innovation in the burgeoning commercial space industry.