The latest on the aftermath of the New Glenn catastrophe
Ars Technica reports on the aftermath of the catastrophic failure of Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket, examining the investigation into the cause of the anomaly, the impact on the company's launch schedule and contracts, and the broader implications for the commercial space industry.
Background
- New Glenn is Blue Origin's heavy-lift rocket, years behind schedule and meant to compete with SpaceX's Falcon 9 and Starship. A "catastrophe" implies a major failure — likely a launch or test anomaly that destroys the vehicle or causes significant damage.