Blue Origin Clears New Glenn Rocket for Return to Flights After Investigation
Key Takeaways
- ▸FAA approved Blue Origin's mishap report; New Glenn cleared to resume flights
- ▸Root cause: cryogenic leak that froze hydraulic line during second-stage burn, causing thrust anomaly
- ▸Nine corrective actions implemented; FAA will verify implementation before next launch
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Summary
Blue Origin has completed its investigation into the April 19 launch failure of its New Glenn rocket, with the FAA approving the mishap report and clearing the vehicle to resume flights. The investigation identified the root cause as a cryogenic leak that froze a hydraulic line, causing a thrust anomaly during the second-stage engine burn on the NG-3 mission. Blue Origin has implemented nine corrective actions to prevent recurrence, though specific details remain undisclosed. The company is preparing for its next New Glenn launch (NG-4) and announced an integrated hotfire test with a newly assembled vehicle.
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