The New Glenn rocket achieved a successful test flight, reaching orbit 13 minutes post-launch, showcasing significant advancements in space technology and Blue Origin’s capabilities.
Despite the first-stage booster missing its landing, Blue Origin emphasized that the successful achievement of reaching orbit was the main goal of the test flight.
Jeff Bezos acknowledged the challenge of landing on the first attempt, expressing optimism about future attempts once they achieved the critical milestone of orbit.
Blue Origin aims to leverage the New Glenn for launching spacecraft and eventually crewed missions to both orbit and the moon, expanding their commercial capabilities.
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