Blue Origin seeks FAA approval for 50 New Glenn launches
Blue Origin has applied to the FAA for approval to conduct up to 50 New Glenn launches and booster landings per year.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
- Blue Origin submits application to FAA for New Glenn
- Targeting a maximum of 50 rocket launches annually
- Includes recovering boosters up to 50 times per year
Blue Origin is advancing its major space operational plans by formally applying to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for authorization to conduct a significantly higher frequency of flight operations for its heavy-lift New Glenn rocket, marking a critical step for the company in preparing for upcoming commercial and government missions.
According to the regulatory filing submitted to the FAA, Blue Origin is seeking approval that would cover up to 50 New Glenn rocket launches per year. Furthermore, the proposal encompasses plans to recover and land the rocket boosters back on Earth at the exact same frequency, aiming for a maximum of 50 booster landings annually to demonstrate reusability and reduce operational costs.
Source: Ars Technica
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