What is required for New Glenn to secure consistent operational cadence for potential customers?
Proving reliability to potential customers through subsequent missions after the successful NG-1 flight.
While the inaugural flight (NG-1) confirms the vehicle's ability to reach orbit, the industry assesses launch providers on sustainability and dependability, not just a single success. For Blue Origin to transition from a demonstration company to a true launch service provider capable of winning long-term contracts, CSIS analysis indicates that proving reliability through a consistent operational cadence is vital. This means successfully executing several subsequent missions in succession, demonstrating predictability and trustworthiness to potential government and commercial clients.

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