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Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has said that the company’s space internet service Leo will “launch in mid-2026,” which is assumed to be the proper commercial availability.
Amazon's Leo satellite internet service is now scheduled for commercial launch in mid-2026.
KEY POINTS
- Amazon has only launched 241 of the 1,618 satellites required by July 2026 per FCC rules.
- Amazon is seeking an extension from the FCC due to falling behind on its satellite deployment commitments.
- Amazon currently relies on external launch partners, including SpaceX, as its New Glenn rocket is not operational.
- Leo service will integrate directly with AWS for seamless data transfer, analytics, and AI applications.
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