A rocket engine exploded during a test at the UK's SaxaVord Spaceport in Shetland, conducted by the German company Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA). The incident occurred during a nine-engine test on the island of Unst, resulting in large flames and smoke but no injuries. The launch pad was secured, and the situation is under control. RFA emphasized their commitment to real testing and acknowledged the higher risks involved in this approach. They are now working with the spaceport and authorities to investigate the cause of the anomaly. This test was part of a series of trials planned before the first vertical rocket launch from the site later this year.