Ariane 6

Europe's heavy-lift rocket, in two-booster (Ariane 62) and four-booster (Ariane 64) versions. Amazon has booked 18 Ariane 6 launches for its Leo constellation.

Milestones · step 5 of 5

First flightJul 2024

First Ariane 64 launches 32 Amazon Leo satellitesFeb 2026

First flight with P160C boostersJun 2026

First geostationary mission (MTG-I2)Aug 2026

Launches ESA's PLATO telescopeMar 2027

Timeline

Mar 2027 Launches ESA's PLATO telescopeIN PROGRESS

Aug 2026 First geostationary mission (MTG-I2)

Jun 2026 First flight with P160C boosters

Feb 2026 First Ariane 64 launches 32 Amazon Leo satellites

Jul 2024 First flight

Team

CB Christophe BruneauCEO (since April 2026) DC David CavaillolèsCEO, Arianespace