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Health & Science3h 44m ago

Europe's heavy-lift rocket Ariane 6 launched 36 Amazon Leo satellites to orbit from French Guiana, setting a new record for most cargo taken to space by a European launcher.

French Guiana

Who
Ariane 6, Amazon Leo satellites, Josef Aschbacher, Géraldine Naja
What
Europe's heavy-lift rocket Ariane 6 launched 36 Amazon Leo satellites to orbit from French Guiana, setting a new record for most cargo taken to space by a European launcher.
When
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:24:00 GMT · 3h 44m ago
Where
French Guiana ·
Why
The launch featured the debut of four new P160C solid-propellant boosters, which hold 14 tonnes more propellant each, allowing for increased performance.
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The successful launch and upgraded boosters demonstrate Europe's enhanced capabilities for autonomous access to space and set a new record for cargo mass delivered to orbit by a European rocket, providing more flexibility for future missions.

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