New Glenn’s integrated vehicle hotfire on Dec. 27, 2024. Photo: Blue Origin
Blue Origin is nearing the debut launch of its New Glenn rocket after completing an integrated hotfire test and receiving its launch license from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Blue Origin has not yet announced a date for the first launch, but the FAA’s Operations Plan Advisory lists the launch for Wednesday, Jan. 8, with a backup opportunity on Friday, Jan. 10.
Blue Origin announced Dec.