Ariane 64 prepares for historic launch in major test of Europe’s independent space capabilities
On Thursday, the Ariane 64 rocket - named after its four boosters - is scheduled to make its maiden launch from the European spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana, aiming to deploy 32 satellites for Amazon Leo’s broadband constellation.
Europe is set to launch its most powerful rocket yet, the Ariane 64, from French Guiana this week. This maiden flight of the four-booster rocket, which is twice as powerful as its predecessor, will deploy 32 satellites for Amazon's Leo broadband constellation. The launch is a major test of Europe's independent space capabilities and comes as the continent's rocket industry faces stiff competition from global players like SpaceX.
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