MISSION OVERVIEW
Maiden flight of the New Glenn launch vehicle. Will carry the prototype Blue Ring payload tug and payload hoisting platform, consisting of communications array, power systems, and a flight computer affixed to a secondary payload adapter ring, remaining attached to the 2nd stage. This launch will serve as New Glenn’s first National Security Space Launch certification flight.
Target orbit is 2400 x 19300 km at 30° inclination.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
New GlennAGENCY
Blue OriginMISSION
Maiden Flight
MISSION TYPE
Test Flight
TARGET ORBIT
Medium Earth Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Launch Complex 36ALAUNCH SITE
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMED
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 91bfaa47-76d6-4111-9830-d6c6c46c4dab
Reported date: Jan 16, 2025 at 07:03 UTC
Last synced: 2 minutes ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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First flight: Jan 16, 2025
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MANUFACTURER
Blue Origin
FLIGHTS
2
SUCCESSES
2
SUCCESS RATE
100%
The New Glenn is a privately funded orbital launch vehicle in development by Blue Origin. New Glenn is described as a 7-meter-diameter (23 ft), two- or three-stage rocket.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the New Glenn | Maiden Flight launch?
The New Glenn | Maiden Flight is scheduled for Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 7:03 AM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: SUCCESS.
What rocket is being used for Maiden Flight?
The New Glenn | Maiden Flight mission uses the New Glenn rocket, manufactured by Blue Origin. The New Glenn has flown 2 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the New Glenn | Maiden Flight launching from?
The launch takes place from Launch Complex 36A at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is Maiden Flight going to?
The Maiden Flight mission is targeting Medium Earth Orbit.
Who is launching Maiden Flight?
The New Glenn | Maiden Flight is operated by Blue Origin.
Can I watch the New Glenn | Maiden Flight launch live?
Yes. Visit the launch detail page on Space Launch Live for embedded YouTube webcasts, replay videos, and links to live coverage from SpaceX, NASA, NASASpaceflight, and other channels.
LAUNCH TIMELINE
Mar 25, 2026 00:32 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 25, 2026 00:32 UTC
Launch date set: Jan 16, 2025 at 07:03 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by Blue Origin
Mar 25, 2026 00:32 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
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