Those were certainly Blue Origin-centric launch projections. They seem to assume that Blue Origin will conquer the space launch business, much as Amazon is currently in the business of out-competing brick-and-mortar retail.It could happen, but I wouldn't assume it.
... that will accelerate the company forward even more ferociously.
Quote... that will accelerate the company forward even more ferociously.Nice, I see what you did there.
The assessment is dated November 2016 so the launch projections it is based upon must be older.It's much easier justify a delay than to launch earlier. Maybe they'll surprise us. Has someone figured out if they could roll out a NG in Kent and get it to the water for shipping?
Love how the route to pad 36 goes right by 39A. So close Glenn could give BFR/ITS a high-five.
Quote from: Flying Beaver on 03/29/2017 07:13 pmLove how the route to pad 36 goes right by 39A. So close Glenn could give BFR/ITS a high-five.I noticed this too. Seems pretty roundabout, can they not cross the bridge?
The OLV is currently under development and would consist of a first stage, second stage, and the payload. A third stage may be added in the future. The vehicle would be up to 350 ft. (106.68 m) tall, with a diameter of approximately 23 ft. (7 m). The thrust of the vehicle would reach approximately, 4.5 million lbf (2 MN). The first and second stages would be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquid oxygen (LOX). The possible third or alternative second stage would be powered by liquid hydrogen (LH2) and LOX.