Summary
A Blue Origin rocket exploded on its launchpad in Florida during a test, causing a large fire but no injuries. The company and emergency responders are investigating the cause of the accident.Key Facts
- The explosion happened during a hotfire test at Cape Canaveral around 9 p.m. local time.
- Blue Origin reported an "anomaly" but confirmed all personnel are safe.
- Jeff Bezos, Blue Origin’s founder, said it is too soon to know the cause but the company will rebuild and continue testing.
- The US Space Force and emergency teams responded and are helping investigate.
- NASA expressed support for a detailed investigation and plans to resume launches.
- The FAA noted the test was outside its licensed activities and there was no effect on air traffic.
- Last month, the FAA began an investigation into a previous Blue Origin launch failure involving a satellite.
- Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket previously had a successful launch and booster landing in November.
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