The maiden voyage of Blue Origin's massive new rocket won't be for NASA | TechCrunch
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NASA has decided to delay the ESCAPADE mission to spring 2025, citing technical and cost concerns with de-fueling spacecraft that were set to launch in October.
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The first flight of New Glenn, originally scheduled for October, will now occur in November, transporting Blue Origin technology instead of the NASA mission.
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Dave Limp, CEO of Blue Origin, acknowledged the challenges facing New Glenn's launch preparations, emphasizing that while progress is being made, much work remains.
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NASA’s recent decision reflects a cautious approach to mitigating risks associated with the inaugural flight of New Glenn, revealing the complexities inherent in space missions.
TechCrunchhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/09/06/the-maiden-voyage-of-blue-origins-massive-new-rocket-wont-be-for-nasa/
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