Blue Origin identifies engine issue behind New Glenn explosion
The finding marks a crucial step towards resolving the setback for the New Glenn rocket program's development timeline.
Will Robinson-Smith6 Aug 20261 min read
The Aug. 5 update from Blue Origin CEO Dave Limp offered the first explanation for what caused the company’s 98-meter-tall (320 ft.) to explode at the pad on May 28.
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