Blue Origin Rocket Explodes on Launch Tower During Engine Test
A Blue Origin rocket exploded on its launch tower during an engine test on Thursday night. The company confirmed the incident but provided no further details on cause or damage.
rediff.comA Blue Origin rocket exploded on the launch tower in a fiery blast during a test of its engines on Thursday night, the company said. The company did not release additional information about the cause of the explosion or the extent of any damage to the vehicle or ground equipment. The test occurred at the company's launch site, though the specific location was not identified in the announcement.
No injuries were reported in connection with the incident.
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