Blue Origin scrubs first launch of giant New Glenn rocket
Blue Origin's highly anticipated launch attempt for its New Glenn rocket, scheduled for today, has been scrubbed. The decision to postpone the maiden orbital flight comes as the company prioritizes safety and thorough analysis before proceeding. "Pointy end up!" CEO Dave Limp had posted on X earlier, underscoring the excitement surrounding the launch of the 320-foot-tall rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.