Flight Overview - New Shepard successfully launched and cleared the tower, powered by the BE3 engine [1] - The vehicle reached supersonic speed with the BE3 engine at 100% power [3] - Main engine cutoff (MECO) occurred at approximately 160,000 ft [4] - The crew capsule and booster both crossed the Karman line [5] - The booster landed approximately 2 miles from the launch site [15] - The capsule landed softly with the aid of parachutes and a retro thrust system [16][17][18] Vehicle Performance - The BE3 engine throttled down for max Q to manage aerodynamic stress [2] - Drag brakes deployed on the booster to cut its velocity by half [13] - The BE3 engine reignited to slow down the booster for landing [13] - The retro thrust system on the capsule ensured a gentle touchdown at approximately 1 mile per hour [17][18] Crew Experience - Astronauts experienced about 3Gs during ascent [3] - The crew enjoyed microgravity and views beyond the Karman line [6] - Astronauts prepared for landing by returning to their seats and harnessing up [10]
FULL FLIGHT! Blue Origin NS-34 Crew Launch
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