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Blue Origin’s New Shepard Soars Again, Marking 32nd Flight and 64 Space Travelers
Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket successfully launched its 32nd mission, carrying six new private astronauts, bringing the total to 64 participants. The mission focuses on democratizing space access and highlights sustainable practices in commercial space travel.
Last Updated on May 31, 2025 by Rod Washington
Blue Origin has once again pushed the boundaries of commercial space travel. On its 32nd overall mission—and 12th carrying humans—the New Shepard rocket successfully launched a new crew into space, adding six more names to the growing list of private astronauts. With this flight, New Shepard has now flown 64 individuals into space, including four who have made the journey twice.
The diverse crew aboard NS-32 included:
Aymette Medina Jorge – a dedicated K-12 STEM teacher, Dr. Gretchen Green – a radiologist turned explorer, Jaime Alemán – former Panamanian ambassador to the U.S., Jesse Williams – a successful businessman, Mark Rocket – aerospace executive (with the perfect last name), and Paul Jeris – entrepreneur and spaceflight enthusiast.
This latest mission continues Blue Origin’s legacy of democratizing access to space for people from a wide range of backgrounds—scientists, educators, explorers, and entrepreneurs among them. It’s more than just a ride; it’s an invitation to view Earth from a perspective that few have experienced and many say is transformative.
“We thank our customers for trusting us to give them the opportunity to appreciate Earth’s fragility from above, an experience that truly transforms those who embark on it,” said Phil Joyce, Senior Vice President of New Shepard. “I am proud of our team’s dedication in making these moments possible.”
A Cleaner Way to Fly
New Shepard, named after Alan Shepard—the first American in space—is Blue Origin’s fully reusable, autonomous suborbital rocket system. It’s designed to carry both people and scientific payloads beyond the Kármán line, the recognized boundary of space. The rocket’s BE-3PM engine runs on a clean-burning combination of liquid hydrogen and oxygen, with only water vapor as its byproduct—a stark contrast to the carbon-heavy emissions of traditional rocketry.
What’s Next for New Shepard?
As Blue Origin continues to refine its technology and expand access to space, interest in future flights is surging. The opportunity to glimpse Earth from space, even briefly, has proven to be a powerful experience that reshapes perspectives on science, sustainability, and our shared planet.
Ready to make the journey yourself? Learn how you can fly on a future New Shepard mission here, and if you’re looking to commemorate this historic flight, check out the Blue Origin Shop for exclusive mission merchandise.
Missed the launch? Don’t worry—watch the full replay of the NS-32 flight here and relive the awe-inspiring moments.
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Source: Blue Origin
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