Blue Origin Scrubs Second New Glenn Launch: What Happened?
Blue Origin scrubs second New Glenn launch after unfavorable weather conditions halted Sunday’s highly anticipated liftoff. The Jeff Bezos–owned aerospace company had planned to send NASA’s ESCAPADE Mars probes into orbit aboard its powerful, partially reusable New Glenn rocket. According to Blue Origin, the mission has been postponed until at least November 12th, with the next available launch window between 2:50 PM and 4:17 PM ET from Cape Canaveral, Florida.
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Why Did Blue Origin Scrub the Second New Glenn Launch?
The scrub was triggered by poor weather conditions, which created safety concerns for both the rocket and its payload. Blue Origin emphasized that the decision reflects its commitment to mission safety and reliability — especially given the high-profile nature of the NASA partnership. Weather-related delays are common in space launches, where factors like wind shear, lightning risk, and visibility can impact countdown decisions.
What Is the Goal of the New Glenn Mission?
The postponed mission aims to deploy NASA’s ESCAPADE (Escape and Plasma Acceleration and Dynamics Explorers) probes, designed to study Mars’ magnetosphere and solar wind interactions. This will mark a major milestone for Blue Origin’s New Glenn program, which seeks to demonstrate heavy-lift capabilities and compete directly with SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy in NASA and commercial contracts.
When Will Blue Origin Attempt the New Glenn Launch Again?
Blue Origin now targets November 12th as the earliest possible launch date, pending improved weather forecasts and technical readiness. The company’s statement assures followers that both the rocket and the payload remain in stable condition. Space enthusiasts and NASA followers can expect updates through Blue Origin’s official X (Twitter) account and live stream channels as the next window approaches.
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