Amazon's Project Kuiper Launch Rescheduled for April 28

Hamid Siddiqui / April 21, 2025 3:30am News

Amazon's Project Kuiper will kick off with its inaugural launch on April 28 after inclement weather delayed the original date. The launch, set for 7 p.m. EDT from Cape Canaveral, will deploy the first production satellites into low-Earth orbit. This marks a significant milestone in Amazon's entry into the satellite internet market, going head-to-head with Starlink. ULA is partnering with Amazon for this mission, reinforcing their collaboration. Despite previous challenges, Amazon aims to launch up to 3,000 units, with terminals available for purchase soon.

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