Friday, February 23, 2024

Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Rises On Launch Pad Ahead Of Debut Liftoff (Photo) - Space.Com

Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Rises On Launch Pad Ahead Of Debut Liftoff (Photo)

In a significant step towards the future of space exploration, Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket has risen on its launch pad at Cape Canaveral, Florida. This marks a crucial milestone in the rocket's development, as it prepares for its debut liftoff.

The New Glenn rocket is Blue Origin's latest creation, designed to be a heavy-lift launch vehicle capable of carrying payloads to the moon and beyond. With a liftoff thrust of 3.8 million pounds, it is set to be one of the most powerful rockets in operation today.

According to Blue Origin CEO Bob Smith, the New Glenn rocket is "the most powerful and capable launch vehicle ever built." Its debut liftoff is eagerly anticipated by the space community, as it promises to open up new possibilities for space exploration and research.

The New Glenn rocket is named after John Glenn, the first American astronaut to orbit the Earth.



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