Overview

• Blue Origin targets October for New Glenn's inaugural launch but has numerous milestones to meet.
• The rocket's payload, NASA's ESCAPADE mission, has a narrow launch window closing on October 21.
• ABL Space Systems lays off staff following a rocket loss during a static-fire test.
• Europe's Vega rocket completes its final mission, to be succeeded by the Vega-C.
• Richard Branson faces a lawsuit alleging insider trading related to Virgin Galactic.