What Happened
Amazon Expands Satellite Network Amid Launch Challenges
Amazon has successfully launched 302 satellites for its Leo constellation, following recent missions on Ariane 64 and Atlas 5 rockets. The company aims to deploy 3,232 satellites but faces a July 30 deadline to launch half of the planned constellation. Amazon has requested an extension or waiver of this deadline due to a near-term shortage in launch capacity, citing recent incidents affecting its launch partners. This development was first reported by SpaceNews.