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Ars Technica April 19, 2026

Blue Origin's rocket reuse achievement marred by upper stage failure

Blue Origin's rocket reuse achievement marred by upper stage failure

Blue Origin's New Glenn launcher achieved its first successful reflight of an orbital-class booster. The 321-foot-tall rocket ignited its seven methane-fueled BE-4 engines, accelerating past the speed of sound. The upper stage failed after the booster separated.