‘Explosion’ noises heard in Huntsville area are rocket engine hotfire tests, officials say

The rumble you will hear today, Monday, January 5 2026 is the sound of rocket engine hotfire testing. Hotfire testing — a ...

Blue Origin New Glenn rocket preparing for possible late spring Cape Canaveral launch

After launching from Cape Canaveral in January, Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket could fly again by late spring.

Our annual power ranking of US rocket companies has changes near the top and bottom

Which US rocket companies achieved the most during 2025? Once again, Ars Technica is here to provide some answers in the form ...
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Blue Origin to launch 6 people to space. Where to see liftoff in West Texas

Blue Origin's next New Shepard rocket launch is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 18, from its private site in West Texas. The six-person crew includes an aerospace engineer who could become the first ...
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When is the next Blue Origin launch? Date of mission with Florida resident

Aa physicist and investor who lives with his family in Florida is among six passengers on Blue Origin's next human ...

Tory Bruno resigns from ULA, joins Blue Origin team

Tory Bruno, the former CEO of United Launch Alliance, has joined Blue Origin as President of National Security. Bruno will lead a newly formed National Security Group within the company, though few ...

What to expect from Cape Canaveral rocket scene in 2026

While 2025 saw a record number of launches —including crewed exploration, science missions, and even an historic first booster landing by Blue Origin’s New Glenn — 2026 will showcase Cape Canaveral's ...
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German woman could become 1st wheelchair user to reach space with Blue Origin

Aerospace engineer Michaela Benthaus may become the 1st person who uses a wheelchair to go to space when Blue Origin's next ...