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Blue Origin's New Glenn Launch Delayed by Ice Block

1/14/2025

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Blue Origin's highly anticipated New Glenn rocket launch, set for January 13, 2025, faced a setback due to ice blocking a purge line. This mission is vital for national security and commercial satellite operations, positioning Blue Origin as a competitor to SpaceX. A new attempt is on the horizon for January 14, weather permitting at Cape Canaveral, Florida.

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Blue Origin's highly anticipated New Glenn rocket launch, set for January 13, 2025, faced a setback due to ice blocking a purge line. This mission is vital for national security and commercial satellite operations, positioning Blue Origin as a competitor to SpaceX. A new attempt is on the horizon for January 14, weather permitting at Cape Canaveral, Florida.