United Launch Alliance (ULA) successfully launched the second batch of Amazon's Project Kuiper satellites on June 16, 2025. This launch is a significant step forward in Amazon's initiative to provide global broadband internet coverage. The Atlas V 551 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, deploying 27 Kuiper satellites into low Earth orbit (LEO).
This launch is part of Amazon's plan to deploy over 3,200 LEO satellites. The goal is to deliver fast and affordable internet services worldwide, especially in underserved and remote areas. The Kuiper satellites feature advanced phased array antennas, powerful processors, efficient solar arrays, and optical inter-satellite links.
Amazon has contracted 80 launches from various providers, including ULA, Arianespace, Blue Origin, and SpaceX. These launches are crucial for deploying its satellite constellation. The successful deployment brings Amazon closer to providing high-speed, low-latency broadband to unserved communities. The next launch is scheduled for July 2025, continuing a busy year for ULA.