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Rocket Report: Artemis II literally tore through the atmosphere; New Glenn delay

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Briefings

Blue Origin announced a new kick stage and engine design for New Glenn, but the return-to-flight mission is delayed until January. A catastrophic explosion at the launch pad in late 2022 damaged the facility, and the site reconstruction continues. The report notes demand from NASA, Amazon, and the Space Force for the rocket to operate, though specific launch dates and technical specifications for the new components are not detailed.

Key points

• Blue Origin revealed a new kick stage and engine design for the New Glenn rocket.
• The return-to-flight mission is delayed from December until January due to the launch pad explosion.

Context

Blue Origin's launch pad at Cape Canaveral, Florida, was damaged by a catastrophic explosion nearly six months ago, requiring reconstruction. The site is currently under repair, and there is significant demand from NASA, Amazon, and the Space Force for the rocket to return to flight.

Limitations

The report covers the announcement of new rocket components and the launch delay but does not provide specific dates for the kick stage or engine design, nor does it detail the technical specifications or performance metrics of the new components.

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