Blue Origin, the space company founded by Jeff Bezos, has announced that it is gearing up for the second launch of its New Glenn mega-rocket, scheduled to take place in “late spring”. This update comes after the company revealed on Monday that it has made progress in determining the cause of the booster stage’s failure during its initial launch in January, when it attempted to land on an ocean platform.

Following a thorough review of the booster failure, which was required by the Federal Aviation Administration, Blue Origin has identified “seven corrective actions”. These measures primarily focus on enhancing “propellant management and engine bleed control”. The company has submitted its findings to the FAA for review.

As Blue Origin’s first orbital-capable rocket, New Glenn is a crucial component in the company’s plans to explore space beyond Earth’s orbit. To establish itself as a competitor to Elon Musk’s SpaceX, which currently dominates the launch market, Blue Origin must demonstrate the rocket’s capabilities and reliability. This entails successfully launching the rocket multiple times and showcasing its orbital capabilities.

After years of development and multiple delays, Blue Origin finally conducted the first test of the 320-foot New Glenn rocket in January. Although the rocket’s second stage successfully reached orbit, the booster’s engines failed to re-ignite during its descent back to Earth, resulting in a failed landing attempt. According to the company, the second test flight of New Glenn will include another attempt at a booster landing, as Blue Origin seeks to refine its technology and move forward with its space exploration endeavors.