Space HubAriane 64 Block 2 | Amazon Leo (LE-04)
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. 35-40 satellites will be carried on each Ariane 6 launch.
Ariane 64 Block 2 | Amazon Leo (LE-04)
Ariane 64 Block 2 • Low Earth Orbit
"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. 35-40 satellites will be carried on each Ariane 6 launch."
Quick answer
Ariane 64 Block 2 | Amazon Leo (LE-04) is an upcoming launch on Ariane 64 Block 2 from Ariane Launch Area 4, Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana, scheduled for 31 October 2026. Launch dates are indicative and can change.
Ariane 64 Block 2 | Amazon Leo (LE-04): key facts
| Status | Upcoming |
|---|---|
| Scheduled date | 31 October 2026 |
| Launch vehicle | Ariane 64 Block 2 |
| Launch site | Ariane Launch Area 4, Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana |
| Target orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
| Organisation | Arianespace |
Frequently asked questions
What is Ariane 64 Block 2 | Amazon Leo (LE-04)?
Amazon Leo, formerly known as Project Kuiper, is a mega constellation of satellites in Low Earth Orbit that will offer broadband internet access, this constella...
When is Ariane 64 Block 2 | Amazon Leo (LE-04) scheduled to launch?
Ariane 64 Block 2 | Amazon Leo (LE-04) is listed for 31 October 2026; dates can change.
Which rocket is used for Ariane 64 Block 2 | Amazon Leo (LE-04)?
Ariane 64 Block 2 | Amazon Leo (LE-04) uses Ariane 64 Block 2.
Where does Ariane 64 Block 2 | Amazon Leo (LE-04) launch from?
The listed launch site is Ariane Launch Area 4, Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana.
What orbit is Ariane 64 Block 2 | Amazon Leo (LE-04) headed for?
The target orbit is listed as Low Earth Orbit.