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After 25 Years of Waiting, Jeff Bezos Celebrates the First Orbital Flight of the Giant New Glenn, a 32-Story-Tall Rocket, That Will Attempt an Innovative Landing on the Jacklyn Ship at Sea. Don’t Miss the Historic Moment and Learn How to Watch Live!
After decades of planning, Jeff Bezos and Blue Origin are about to make history. This Monday, the New Glenn rocket, standing an impressive 32 stories tall, will carry out its first orbital launch. For Bezos, who founded Blue Origin nearly 25 years ago, this moment symbolizes the realization of a dream that blends boldness, innovation, and science.
Focusing on orbital missions, the New Glenn marks a new phase for the company. Until now, Blue Origin was best known for its 10-minute space tourism flights on the New Shepard. But this time, the mission is much larger — literally and figuratively.
What Makes Jeff Bezos’ New Glenn So Special?
Imagine a 32-story building taking flight. That’s Jeff Bezos’ New Glenn, a giant that symbolizes Blue Origin’s transition to high-complexity space missions. With 57 meters just in the first stage, the rocket impresses both in size and in the technology involved.
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When and Where to Watch the New Glenn Launch?
Don’t want to miss this historic moment? Mark your calendar: Jeff Bezos’ rocket launch is scheduled for the early morning of January 13, with a three-hour window starting at 1 AM (local time in Florida). Follow from anywhere through Blue Origin’s YouTube broadcasts, the official website, or the company’s social media channels.
For those in other regions:
- Mexico City: 00:00
- Bogotá/Lima/Quito: 01:00
- Santiago/Buenos Aires: 03:00
- Madrid: 07:00
It’s worth noting that weather conditions may impact the schedule, especially in the Atlantic Ocean, where the rocket will attempt to land.
The Bold Maneuver: Landing on the Jacklyn Ship
Have you ever imagined a giant rocket landing on a ship? That’s what the New Glenn will attempt on the Jacklyn, a ship named in honor of Jeff Bezos’ mother. The maneuver, which lasts 38 seconds, involves restarting the engines mid-air to ensure a controlled landing at sea.
This step is crucial to prove the rocket’s reusability and reduce future costs. It reinforces Blue Origin’s commitment to innovate in landing technologies, directly competing with SpaceX.
How Does the New Glenn Compare to SpaceX and ULA?
The space industry is competitive, and the success of the New Glenn is essential for Blue Origin to catch up with SpaceX and ULA (United Launch Alliance). This will be the first flight of necessary certification for the rocket to be authorized to launch National Security payloads — one of the most lucrative markets in the sector.
If everything goes well, Jeff Bezos’ New Glenn will open doors for larger missions, positioning Blue Origin as a serious competitor in space.
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