Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Set for October Mars Mission
Jeff Bezos' aerospace company aims for maiden launch of its heavy-lift rocket, despite recent testing challenges.
- New Glenn to carry NASA's ESCAPADE mission to study Mars' magnetosphere.
- Launch window extends from October to November, with a two-year wait if missed.
- Recent testing mishaps have increased pressure on Blue Origin to succeed.
- New Glenn competes with SpaceX's Falcon Heavy and Starship in heavy-lift capabilities.
- Blue Origin's New Glenn will also support Amazon's Project Kuiper satellite deployment.