Arianespace to begin Amazon Leo launches with maiden Ariane 64 on Feb. 12; targets 7–8 Ariane 6 flights in 2026
Arianespace will begin launches for Amazon’s LEO broadband programs in February when the inaugural Ariane 64 — the four-booster Ariane 6 variant — is tasked to place 32 Amazon Leo satellites on Feb. 12, 2026. The operator plans 7–8 Ariane 6 flights in 2026, including 2–3 Amazon Kuiper missions.