Mission Overview - SpaceX launched NAOS (LUXEOSys), Luxembourg's Military Recon satellite, along with other satellites including LEAP-1, Pelican 3 & 4, Acadia-6, and payloads FFLY-1, 2 & 3 [1] - The launch occurred from Space Launch Complex 4E (SLC-4E) at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, utilizing a Falcon 9 rocket [1] - All payloads are heading to a Sun-Synchronous Orbit [1] Payload Details - LEAP-1 aims to demonstrate real-time geospatial AI processing in space and enable low-cost, hosted payload missions [1] - Pelican 3 & 4 are a constellation of very high-resolution imaging satellites designed and manufactured by Planet Labs [1] - Acadia-6 from Capella Space offers increased imaging capability and improved communications connectivity [1] Community Engagement - The Launch Pad encourages viewers to join their community Discord [1] - The Launch Pad offers membership for behind-the-scenes access and early video access [1] - The Launch Pad operates multiple YouTube channels, including The Launch Pad and TLP Space News [1]
LIVE! NAOS (LUXEOSys) & Others Launch from Vandenberg, California
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