Ariane 6 Rocket Launches 32 Amazon Satellites

May 1, 2026

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May 1, 2026 00:30

Europe's powerful Ariane 6 rocket launches 32 Amazon internet satellites to orbit

## Successful Launch from French Guiana

On April 30, 2026, the Ariane 6 rocket successfully launched from the Guiana Space Centre in Kourou, French Guiana. This mission, designated VA268, involved deploying 32 Amazon Leo satellites into orbit.

## Details of the Mission

The launch occurred at 4:57 a.m. EDT, and all satellites were deployed within an hour and 54 minutes. This marks the seventh flight of the Ariane 6 and the second use of its most powerful version, the 64 variant, which includes four solid rocket boosters.

## Amazon's Satellite Constellation

Amazon has contracted a total of 18 Ariane 6 flights to build its satellite constellation. This launch is part of their ongoing efforts to expand internet connectivity through low Earth orbit satellites.

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