The New Glenn heavy-lift rocket, developed by the aerospace company Blue Origin, exploded during an engine test conducted in Florida. According to information provided by the Operative Information Center-OMM, the incident was initially reported via NASA's Spaceflight portal.
Footage released following the incident shows a significant explosion occurring during the testing sequence. Initial reports indicate that the event took place at approximately 21:00 local time.
Blue Origin has officially confirmed that an "anomaly" occurred during the testing procedure. The company stated that there were no injuries among its personnel, and the site was secured following the incident.
The New Glenn rocket is considered a major competitor to SpaceX's launch vehicles in the commercial spaceflight market. Blue Origin, founded by Jeff Bezos, successfully completed its first orbital launch of the New Glenn vehicle in January 2025, marking a significant milestone in the company's efforts to expand heavy-lift capabilities for satellite deployment and deep-space missions.
