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Atlas V Launches 29 Amazon Satellites

April 27, 2023

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Key Takeaways

Atlas V rocket launches 29 Amazon internet satellites.
Liftoff scheduled for April 27 at 8:52 p.m. ET.
Amazon Leo constellation will consist of over 3,200 satellites.
Mission is the sixth for Amazon Leo broadband network.

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Strategic Implications

This launch may indicate Amazon's growing commitment to its Leo broadband constellation, which could signal increased competition in the satellite internet market. The use of United Launch Alliance's Atlas V rocket suggests a focus on reliability and payload capacity, which could be crucial for Amazon's ambitious satellite deployment plans.

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What Happened

United Launch Alliance Sends Amazon Leo 6 Mission To Orbit

A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket is scheduled to launch 29 of Amazon’s internet satellites to orbit tonight, as part of the Amazon Leo 6 mission. The launch is set to take place from Florida’s Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, with coverage beginning about 20 minutes before liftoff. The Amazon Leo constellation, which will eventually consist of over 3,200 satellites, aims to provide broadband internet services. This mission is the sixth for the Amazon Leo broadband network, with more launches planned in the coming months. The launch was reported by Unknown Source.

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