Following Monstrous New Glenn Explosion, Blue Origin Sets Ambitious Timeline for Next Launch
Blue Origin is working to have its New Glenn rocket ready for launch by the end of 2026 following a significant explosion during a static fire test. The explosion caused extensive damage to the launchpad at Cape Canaveral, but company executives are optimistic about repairs. NASA and the U.S. Space Force remain committed to supporting Blue Origin's efforts to resume operations.
- ▪A massive explosion occurred during a static fire test of the New Glenn rocket at Cape Canaveral.
- ▪Blue Origin plans to have the New Glenn rocket ready for liftoff by the end of 2026.
- ▪NASA is relying on Blue Origin for its Artemis program and is committed to helping the company recover.
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After a massive explosion rocked the launchpad in Florida, Blue Origin is aiming to have another New Glenn rocket ready for liftoff by the end of the year to resume its busy schedule. During a static fire test on May 28, New Glenn erupted in a massive fireball that wrecked the launchpad at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Satellite images captured the full extent of the damage to the launchpad, revealing the scorched facility in…
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