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Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Launch Set for January 16

1/16/2025

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Blue Origin's highly anticipated New Glenn rocket is set to soar on January 16, following a series of delays caused by technical glitches and inclement weather. Standing tall at 320 feet, this rocket is poised to challenge SpaceX in the reusable rocket arena. The launch window opens at 1 a.m. ET from Cape Canaveral, Florida, with only a 40% chance of clear skies.

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Blue Origin's highly anticipated New Glenn rocket is set to soar on January 16, following a series of delays caused by technical glitches and inclement weather. Standing tall at 320 feet, this rocket is poised to challenge SpaceX in the reusable rocket arena. The launch window opens at 1 a.m. ET from Cape Canaveral, Florida, with only a 40% chance of clear skies.