Blue Origin's New Glenn launch delay will continue into 2027
Repairs have been slow after an explosion earlier this year.
The delay in Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket launch is a reminder that space exploration is full of technical challenges and setbacks. It's important to stay patient and supportive as these pioneering companies work through the complexities of pushing the boundaries of what's possible in space.
Panel script
A workshop at night: a technician holding a flashlight and soldering a circuit board, surrounded by scattered tools and blueprints for the New Glenn rocket.
Repairs after an explosion can take longer than a rocket launch.
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Script
Panel 1
A high-tech clean room at a spaceport, with a massive rocket (New Glenn) in the background, partially covered with a white cloth. Workers in blue suits are scattered around, inspecting the rocket’s components. Worker 1 (to Worker 2) Worker 2 (sighing)
Worker 1: You think we can still launch this year?
Worker 2: Doubtful. The explosion set us back a lot.
Panel 2
Inside a conference room, a team of engineers and executives huddle around a large timeline chart on the wall, filled with sticky notes and red X marks. Engineer (pointing at the chart) Executive (rubbing his forehead)
Engineer: If we can’t get this fixed by next year, we’re looking at major delays.
Executive: 2027, huh? That’s a long time to wait for a launch.
Panel 3
The same clean room, but now the rocket is mostly covered up, with workers packing away tools and equipment. Worker 1 (to Worker 2) Worker 2 (deadpan)
Worker 1: Looks like we’re going to need a bigger calendar.
Worker 2: Next year, we can just launch a reminder.
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