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Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Prepares for Maiden Launch at Cape Canaveral

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Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Prepares for Maiden Launch at Cape Canaveral

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  • **Blue Origin**, founded by billionaire Jeff Bezos, is preparing for the **maiden launch** of its largest rocket, the **New Glenn**.
  • The launch is scheduled for **Friday**, with a window opening at **1 a.m. ET**, following extensive preparation and testing.
  • New Glenn stands **320 feet tall** and can carry up to **45 metric tons** into low-Earth orbit, featuring a larger cargo section than SpaceX's Falcon Heavy.
  • The rocket's first flight aims to deliver cargo for Blue Origin's **Blue Ring orbital platform**, with future plans for satellite and human missions.
  • Despite facing **development delays** since its initial 2020 launch target, Blue Origin emphasizes **investment in the space industry** as key to technological advancement.

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