Blue Origin Launch Begins With Massive Explosion

Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket exploded during a static fire test at Launch Complex 36, Cape Canaveral — one of the largest rocket explosions on a US pad in decades. The fully fuelled vehicle was preparing for its NG-4 Amazon Kuiper mission. No injuries were reported. The pad sustained significant damage. NASA’s Moon Base I fall 2026 timeline is now in jeopardy.