The Space Launch System - first-ever launch was captured by several cameras at Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39B and on the rocket. Credit: NASA | mash mix by Space.com's Steve Spaleta Music by Rocket Jr.

Blue Origin has test fired its New Glenn rocket engine as it makes final preparations for the launch of NASA’s ESCAPADE mission involving twin Mars orbiters. The static test fire of the heavy-lift rocket, captured by NASASpaceflight and shared below, lasted around 40 seconds and appeared to proceed without a hitch.

Live updates from the Starlink 10-37 mission, which launched 12:35 p.m. Oct. 29 from Launch Complex 40 in Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.