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Highlights: Blue Origin calls off New Glenn launch attempt


Published on 2025-01-13 09:22:18 - CNN
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  • Blue Origin, the rocket company founded by Jeff Bezos in 2000, was poised to launch its first orbital rocket before technical issues led to a scrub.

The article from CNN discusses the upcoming launch of Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket, scheduled for January 13, 2025. This launch marks a significant milestone for Blue Origin, as it will be the first time the New Glenn rocket, named after astronaut John Glenn, will take flight. The rocket is designed to be reusable, aiming to reduce the cost of space travel. The mission will carry several payloads, including satellites for Amazon's Project Kuiper, which aims to provide global broadband coverage. The launch is set to take place from Launch Complex 36 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The article highlights the anticipation around the event, the technical details of the rocket, and the broader implications for the commercial space industry, including competition with SpaceX.

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