Blue Origin says rocket explosion spared fuel tanks and key launch pad parts 02.06.2026

Blue Origin reported that critical components, including fuel tanks and parts of its launch pad, were not significantly damaged in the recent explosion of its New Glenn rocket during an engine-firing test at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. While the lightning tower and transporter-erector were destroyed, CEO Dave Limp stated that the methane, hydrogen, and oxygen tanks, as well as the water tank, appear to be in good condition, and the remaining support tower is repairable. The company aims to resume launches before the end of the year, despite the ongoing investigation into the cause. This incident occurs shortly after NASA awarded Blue Origin a contract for its New Glenn rockets to support the Artemis moon program, which relies on the rocket for lunar rovers and the Blue Moon lander for astronaut missions.
















