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Amazon Leo schedules first Vulcan launch with 40 satellites
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Amazon Leo is targeting November 13, 2026, for its first launch aboard United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan rocket. The LV-01 mission is planned to carry 40 satellites into low Earth orbit and is the first of 38 launches contracted with ULA. Amazon says Vulcan will deploy 1,500+ first-generation Leo satellites across those missions.
Why it matters
A successful mission would add 40 satellites to Amazon Leo’s constellation and begin its contracted Vulcan deployment program. The launch also provides a scheduled milestone for Amazon’s satellite-internet expansion.
Key facts
- 1LV-01 is scheduled to launch on November 13, 2026, from SLC-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. aboutamazon.com
- 2The first Vulcan mission will carry 40 Amazon Leo satellites to low Earth orbit. aboutamazon.com
- 3The mission is the first of 38 launches Amazon has contracted with United Launch Alliance. aboutamazon.com
- 4Vulcan is planned to launch 1,500+ first-generation Leo satellites across 38 missions. aboutamazon.com
Summary written by AlphAI AI Desk from 2 of 2 sources. Not investment advice. Figures are as stated by the linked sources.