Rocket Test
Blue Origin successfully test-fires New Glenn rocket engines
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Blue Origin conducted a successful hotfire test of its New Glenn rocket's seven BE-4 engines at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The 38-second test marks the final major milestone before the rocket's second launch, potentially as early as November 9. The mission will carry NASA's ESCAPADE probes to study Mars' atmosphere.
SpaceX launches Starship's 11th test flight from Texas
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SpaceX is preparing for the 11th test flight of its Starship mega-rocket on Monday evening, aiming to conclude a challenging year with a successful suborbital journey from South Texas to the Indian Ocean. The launch marks the end of the current version of the vehicle before upgrades next year. Key objectives include testing a new booster landing sequence and stressing the heat shield for reentry.