New Shepard

New Shepard is a suborbital space vehicle developed by Blue Origin, the aerospace company founded by Jeff Bezos. Named after astronaut Alan Shepard, the first American in space, New Shepard is designed to provide commercial spaceflight experiences, allowing passengers to experience a brief period of weightlessness and see the curvature of the Earth. The vehicle comprises a reusable rocket and a crew capsule that separates during flight. It reaches an altitude of approximately 66 miles (106 kilometers), crossing the Kármán line, which is commonly recognized as the boundary of space. New Shepard is primarily used for space tourism but also has applications for research and scientific payloads. The system emphasizes safety and accessibility, aiming to make space travel more attainable for a wider audience.