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Despite the minor setback of the two-day delay, speculations are rife regarding potential issues with weather or even last-minute tweaks to the vehicle itself. As the countdown to flight 7 approaches, the stakes heighten not only for SpaceX but also for its competitors watching closely from the sidelines.
The Emergence of New Glenn
As SpaceX navigates its challenges, Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket finally inches closer to its inaugural launch—an event anticipated for years. New Glenn stands out due to its impressive specifications; equipped with seven methane-powered BE-4 engines generating over 1,700 metric tons of thrust, it rivals the performances of rockets like Falcon Heavy and Space Launch System (SLS).