Atlas V 551 | Amazon Leo (LA-04)
Atlas V 551 • Atlas
📝 Mission Description
This Atlas V 551 launch carries the Atlas V 551 | Amazon Leo (LA-04) mission, scheduled for December 15, 2025. The mission aims to deliver important payloads to orbit, contributing to our understanding of space and advancing technological capabilities.
ℹ️ Official Details
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.
🎯 Post-Launch Analysis
The Atlas V 551 launch of Amazon Leo (LA-04) on December 16, 2025, achieved a successful orbital insertion and payload deployment, marking a significant milestone for Amazon’s Project Kuiper. The rocket performed flawlessly, delivering the satellites into their designated Low Earth Orbit positions across three orbital layers at 590 km, 610 km, and 630 km altitudes. Payload deployment was executed with precision, contributing to the planned 3,276-satellite constellation aimed at providing global broadband internet access. Key engineering outcomes include validated launch vehicle reliability and accurate orbital placement, critical for the constellation’s operational integrity. This success reinforces confidence in the Atlas V 551 configuration for heavy-lift missions and sets a strong foundation for subsequent Amazon Leo launches. The mission’s outcome also highlights the scalability of mega-constellation deployments, paving the way for expanded internet coverage and future innovations in satellite network management.