Blue Origin's New Glenn Set for Maiden Voyage
Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Set for Maiden Voyage
When the countdown clock hits zero, Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket will roar to life, igniting its seven BE-4 engines at the base. This powerful blast will propel the 30-story rocket off the launchpad and into the sky. Just a few minutes later, the engines will shut down, and the first-stage booster housing the BE-4 engines will detach from the upper stage, which includes the rocket's payload and nose cone.
The first stage booster will then attempt to land on a seafaring platform, a maneuver designed to allow Blue Origin to refurbish the booster for future flights. While the goal is to recover and reuse the rocket to save on costs, this step is not guaranteed, and recovery is considered a bonus.
In a fun twist, Blue Origin has affectionately nicknamed the first-stage booster “So You’re Telling Me There’s a Chance,” highlighting the ambitious yet uncertain nature of the recovery attempt. The mission marks a significant milestone for Blue Origin as it moves forward with its reusable spaceflight technology.
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