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Blue Origin's Bounce Back

Jeff Bezos’ companies are setting new heights, or at least aiming for them.

Less than two months after a failed launch of its New Glenn rocket, Blue Origin is ready to send 48 Amazon satellites into low-Earth orbit. The payload will surpass previous launches by SpaceX and ULA.


The next move sees the rocket set for a test-firing on the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, with liftoff possibly as early as June 4th. Blue Origin aims to recover from its mishap quickly, marking a significant step forward in its launch cadence.


This mission is part of Amazon’s ambitious broadband network project, but it also signals potential competition for ULA’s Vulcan rocket, which has struggled with anomalies and low launch frequency since its debut last year.


Despite the setbacks, Blue Origin remains optimistic. If successful, this mission could set a new pace in heavy-lift rocket launches, contributing to the burgeoning space economy.

Original source:  https://arstechnica.com/space/2026/05/amazon-turns-to-jeff-bezos-other-company-to-do-some-heavy-lifting/
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