- Rocket Lab (RKLB, Financial) announces launch window for BlackSky (BSKY) Gen-3 satellite mission, slated for May 28, 2025.
- The "Full Stream Ahead" mission marks Rocket Lab's tenth launch for BlackSky, further solidifying their partnership.
- This will be Rocket Lab's 65th overall mission, continuing its leadership in satellite launches.
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) is set to continue its collaboration with BlackSky (BSKY) by announcing a launch window for the "Full Stream Ahead" mission. Scheduled to lift off from Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand, the mission window opens on May 28, 2025, UTC. This marks the tenth launch Rocket Lab has executed for BlackSky, highlighting the successful partnership between the companies.
The mission will deploy the next BlackSky Gen-3 satellite into a 470 km mid-inclination circular orbit. This satellite will join the existing constellation to provide high-resolution imagery and AI-driven analytics, essential for real-time intelligence operations.
As the second in a series of four Electron launches planned for BlackSky in 2025, "Full Stream Ahead" underscores the reliability of Rocket Lab's Electron as a premier choice for satellite deployment. This seventh Electron mission in 2025 will bring Rocket Lab's total satellite deliveries to 226, reinforcing its status as a key player in the aerospace sector.
Founded in 2006, Rocket Lab has achieved numerous milestones, becoming the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket provider annually since 2018. With a diverse range of launch services and space solutions, Rocket Lab continues to support significant missions for NASA and other leading organizations.
