The most spectacular rocket explosion since N1 just happened in Florida

Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket exploded in Florida, reportedly inflicting major damage on LC-36A launch infrastructure.

The blast may have damaged or destroyed key equipment such as the lightning tower and transporter-erector.

Any recovery could push back Blue Origin’s New Glenn 9×4 variant and other future missions, potentially into 2027.

NASA’s lunar lander plans that depend on the rocket family could also face delays.

The Amazon Leo satellites were not on board and were not affected.