Here’s why Blue Origin just ended its suborbital space tourism program
Summary
Blue Origin has paused its New Shepard suborbital space tourism program for the next two years, signaling a likely shift away from consumer spaceflight. CEO Dave Limp says the move will redirect resources toward lunar capabilities, including New Glenn, to support the nation's return to the Moon. The decision arrives amid ongoing questions about the program’s financial viability and aligns with NASA Artemis objectives, though some customers and observers may be disappointed by the change.