Overview

• Blue Origin's upcoming flight marks its return to crewed missions after a two-year hiatus following an engine failure.
• Virgin Galactic plans its next mission in June but will pause commercial flights until 2026 to develop new spacecraft.
• Blue Origin has flown over 60 people to space, while Virgin Galactic has completed multiple missions, including commercial flights.
• Blue Origin aims to accelerate its progress with new leadership and upcoming projects, including the New Glenn rocket.
• Both companies face challenges, including safety concerns, financial losses, and the need to meet high demand for space tourism.