Amazon Leo (LE-01)
Ariane 64
Arianespace
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| T- 00 : 00 : 07 | Ignition Start of the engine ignition sequence |
| T+ 00 : 00 : 00 | Liftoff First upwards movement of the rocket |
| T+ 00 : 02 : 25 | SRB Separation The solid rocket boosters are separated from the launcher. |
| T+ 00 : 03 : 11 | Fairing Separation Separation of the payload fairing |
| T+ 00 : 07 : 43 | Stage 2 Separation Separation of the second stage from the first |
| T+ 00 : 07 : 52 | SES-1 First start of the second engine |
| T+ 01 : 11 : 00 | SES-2 Second start of the second engine |
| T+ 01 : 29 : 00 | Payload Deployment Sequence Start Start of the payload deployment sequence |
| T+ 01 : 54 : 00 | Payload Deployment Sequence End End of the payload deployment sequence. |
| T+ 02 : 42 : 00 | SES-3 Third start of the second engine |
Mission
Amazon Leo (LE-01)
- Type: Communications
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
- Launch Cost: $90,000,000
Learn more about the Amazon Leo mission
Amazon Leo, formerly known as Project Kuiper, is a mega constellation of satellites in Low Earth Orbit that will offer broadband internet access, this constellation will be managed by Kuiper Systems LLC, a subsidiary of Amazon. This constellation is planned to be composed of 3,276 satellites. The satellites are projected to be placed in 98 orbital planes in three orbital layers, one at 590 km, 610 km and 630 km altitude.
32 satellites are carried on this launch.
Location
Ariane Launch Area 4
Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana
Ariane Launch Area 4 has witnessed the launch of 7 rockets, including 7 orbital launch attempts. While Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana, has been the site for 332 rocket launches.
The Guiana Space Centre is a European spaceport to the northwest of Kourou in French Guiana, a region of France in South America. Kourou is located at a latitude of 5°. In operation since 1968, it is a suitable location for a spaceport because of its equatorial location and open sea to the east.
Rocket
ArianeGroup Ariane 64
Ariane 6 variant with four solid boosters, enabling heavier payloads.
Agency
Arianespace
Arianespace SA is a multinational company founded in 1980 as the world's first commercial launch service provider. It undertakes the production, operation, and marketing of the Ariane programme. Their vehicles launch exclusively from French Guiana in South America.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Arianespace Ariane 64 Amazon Leo (LE-01) launch scheduled?
The Arianespace Ariane 64 Amazon Leo (LE-01) launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Arianespace Ariane 64 Amazon Leo (LE-01) launch video?
You can watch the Arianespace Ariane 64 launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the Arianespace Ariane 64 Amazon Leo (LE-01) mission launch from?
The Arianespace Ariane 64 rocket launched from Ariane Launch Area 4 at Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana. The Guiana Space Centre is a European spaceport to the northwest of Kourou in French Guiana, a region of France in South America. Kourou is located at a latitude of 5°. In operation since 1968, it is a suitable location for a spaceport because of its equatorial location and open sea to the east.
What rocket was used for the Amazon Leo (LE-01) mission?
The Amazon Leo (LE-01) mission launched aboard a Arianespace Ariane 64 rocket. Ariane 6 variant with four solid boosters, enabling heavier payloads. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Arianespace Ariane 64 Amazon Leo (LE-01) launch?
The Arianespace Ariane 64 Amazon Leo (LE-01) launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the Arianespace Ariane 64 Amazon Leo (LE-01) launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Arianespace Ariane 64 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Amazon Leo (LE-01) mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official Arianespace live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.