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SpaceX targets nighttime launch of competitor Amazon’s satellites
ORLANDO, Fla. – SpaceX is set to finish up its third of three contracted launches of competitor Amazon’s Project Kuiper satellites on Thursday night.
2025-10-10 04:40:11
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SpaceX to Launch 153rd Amazon Satellite in Nighttime Mission
SpaceX is gearing up for a nighttime launch of Amazon's Project Kuiper satellites, marking the third of their contracted missions. This launch, scheduled for Thursday night from Kennedy Space Center, will increase Amazon's satellite count in orbit to 153. The initiative is part of Amazon's ambitious plan to enhance global broadband access, particularly in underserved regions, with a target of launching services in Pakistan by 2026. Meanwhile, SpaceX continues to solidify its position in the launch industry, having recently secured a significant contract with the U.S.
Space Force. The competition in satellite launches is intensifying, with Amazon diversifying its providers to include ULA and Blue Origin, while SpaceX focuses on its reusable technology to maintain its edge.
As the demand for satellite launches grows, both companies are poised to play pivotal roles in shaping the future of global internet connectivity.
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Amazon to launch satellite broadband services in Pakistan by 2026
Amazon plans to launch satellite broadband services in Pakistan by 2026 through its Project Kuiper. The project, which represents a $10 billion global investment, aims to expand high-speed internet access worldwide, particularly in underserved areas. Federal Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja welcomed Amazon's interest, aligning with the government's vision of building a Digital Nation Pakistan with universal internet access. The service will use a constellation of up to 3,236 satellites and provide..
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SpaceX Wins $714M Space Force Contract for 2026 Satellite Launches
SpaceX has secured a $714 million contract with the U.S. Space Force for five out of seven planned missions in 2026, launching sensitive national security satellites. The deal highlights SpaceX's dominance in the space launch sector and its reusable technology. United Launch Alliance (ULA) won the remaining two missions for $428 million, while Blue Origin was absent due to pending certification.
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 24 Project Kuiper satellites for Amazon from Cape Canaveral
SpaceX is set to launch 24 Project Kuiper satellites for Amazon on a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Thursday night, but faces challenging weather conditions with a 45% chance of favorable weather. This is the third and final launch under an agreement between Amazon and SpaceX, and the sixth mission supporting the Kuiper constellation. The booster, B1091, will attempt to land on the drone ship 'Just Read the Instructions' after liftoff.
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