WorldView Legion
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This article is about the forthcoming 2nd generation WorldView Legion satellites. For the 1st generation satellites, see WorldView.
WorldView Legion is an Earth observation satellite constellation currently under development and launch by Maxar. The first two satellites were launched on May 2nd, 2024. WorldView Legion is owned and operated by Maxar Technologies.[1]
It has been suggested that this article be merged into Maxar Technologies. (Discuss) Proposed since May 2024. |
Quick Facts Mission type, Operator ...
Mission type | Earth Observation |
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Operator | Maxar Technologies |
Mission duration | 10 years (planned) |
Spacecraft properties | |
Manufacturer | Maxar Technologies |
Launch mass | 1700 kg |
Start of mission | |
Launch date | May 2024 |
Rocket | Falcon 9 Block 5 |
Launch site | |
Contractor | SpaceX |
Orbital parameters | |
Reference system | Geocentric orbit |
Regime | Low Earth orbit |
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