Space HubVulcan VC6L | Amazon Leo (LV-01)
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. 45 satellites will be carried on each Vulcan launch.
Vulcan VC6L | Amazon Leo (LV-01)
Vulcan VC6L • 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. 45 satellites will be carried on each Vulcan launch."
Quick answer
Vulcan VC6L | Amazon Leo (LV-01) is an upcoming launch on Vulcan VC6L from Space Launch Complex 41, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA, scheduled for 31 October 2026. Launch dates are indicative and can change.
Vulcan VC6L | Amazon Leo (LV-01): key facts
| Status | Upcoming |
|---|---|
| Scheduled date | 31 October 2026 |
| Launch vehicle | Vulcan VC6L |
| Launch site | Space Launch Complex 41, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA |
| Target orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
| Organisation | United Launch Alliance |
Frequently asked questions
What is Vulcan VC6L | Amazon Leo (LV-01)?
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 Vulcan VC6L | Amazon Leo (LV-01) scheduled to launch?
Vulcan VC6L | Amazon Leo (LV-01) is listed for 31 October 2026; dates can change.
Which rocket is used for Vulcan VC6L | Amazon Leo (LV-01)?
Vulcan VC6L | Amazon Leo (LV-01) uses Vulcan VC6L.
Where does Vulcan VC6L | Amazon Leo (LV-01) launch from?
The listed launch site is Space Launch Complex 41, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is Vulcan VC6L | Amazon Leo (LV-01) headed for?
The target orbit is listed as Low Earth Orbit.