Ariane 6 launches with more powerful boosters: a new record for Europe - European Space Agency
The European Space Agency successfully launched the Ariane 6 rocket featuring new, more powerful boosters. The mission set a record for the most cargo delivered to space by a European launcher, carrying 36 satellites for Amazon's Leo constellation.
Why it matters
Advancements in European launch capabilities are critical for maintaining independent access to space and supporting the growing satellite internet industry.
On 17 June at 09:21 local time (13:21 BST, 14:21 CEST) Ariane 6 flight VA269 soared to orbit from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana. 36 satellites for Amazon’s Leo constellation were placed into their orbit just over an hour after liftoff – the eighth successful mission insertion in a row for Europe’s newest rocket.
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