Blue Origin New Glenn Launch Attempt - Second Try on Thursday

Blue Origin Delays New Glenn Launch Due to Solar Activity

Recent heightened solar activity, visible across North America, prompted a postponement of the second launch of Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket. The launch, initially planned from Cape Canaveral, Florida, has been rescheduled.

Rescheduled Launch Date

Blue Origin is now targeting Thursday, November 13th, with a launch window opening at 2:57 p.m. ET. The opportunity for launch will remain available until 4:25 p.m. ET.

Impact on ESCAPADE Mission

The delay was announced shortly before the Wednesday launch attempt. It was attributed to the solar activity and its possible impact on the ESCAPADE spacecraft. This spacecraft, destined for Mars, is a science mission being transported to space for NASA by Blue Origin.

Previous Launch Attempts and Cautions

New Glenn’s inaugural launch in January served largely as a successful demonstration. However, this second launch is different. It carries a commercial payload, leading Blue Origin to exercise increased caution.

Multiple delays had already affected the second launch. A previous attempt on Sunday was also called off due to a combination of factors.

Contributing Factors to Previous Delay

Concerns regarding weather conditions, the presence of a cruise ship within the designated flight path, and some technical difficulties with the launch pad equipment all contributed to the Sunday postponement.

This report has been updated to reflect the new launch date and time.