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Bezos and Musk's Space Rivalry Escalates Over Environmental Concerns

Blue Origin urges FAA to limit SpaceX launches, citing environmental impact; Musk dismisses move as legal obstruction.

  • Blue Origin requests FAA to cap SpaceX's Starship-SuperHeavy launches at Cape Canaveral due to environmental concerns.
  • Elon Musk responds with sarcasm, calling the move another attempt by Blue Origin to hinder SpaceX through legal means.
  • The feud between the two companies dates back years, with multiple legal disputes over NASA contracts and launchpad usage.
  • Blue Origin highlights potential safety risks and environmental impacts associated with the frequent launches of SpaceX's rockets.
  • SpaceX plans to conduct 44 Starship-SuperHeavy missions annually, raising concerns from nearby operations including Blue Origin's facilities.
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