Blue Origin rocket explodes on launchpad during engine-firing test A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded during an engine-firing test at the launchpad in Cape Canaveral, causing shaking in nearby homes and painting the sky orange. No one was injured, and Blue Origin has stated they are investigating the root cause. This incident follows a previous engine failure that resulted in a satellite being placed in the wrong orbit on the rocket’s third flight.

• A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded during a ground engine-firing test.
• The explosion occurred at the launchpad in Cape Canaveral.
• Nearby homes in Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach were shaken by the blast.
• No one was reported to be hurt during the incident.
• Blue Origin is investigating the root cause of the anomaly.
• This is the second significant issue for the New Glenn rocket, following an engine failure on its third flight.
• The rocket was scheduled to launch internet satellites next week.
• The New Glenn rocket is 321 feet tall and made its debut in 2025.