There's a secret reason the Space Force is delaying the next Atlas V launch
Briefly

The recent launch of Amazon's first operational Project Kuiper satellites was postponed due to bad weather and scheduling conflicts with SpaceX. United Launch Alliance (ULA) faced an unusual extended turnaround of over 24 hours before they could attempt another launch. This delay highlights the growing complexity of launch operations at Cape Canaveral, where multiple companies compete for limited launch windows. Space Force’s Eastern Range is managing a significant increase in launches, necessitating coordination between different providers, which can lead to complicated scheduling conflicts, especially with new competitors like Amazon entering the market.
Space Force’s Eastern Range had to accommodate conflicting schedules, causing ULA to delay launches for more than 24 hours after bad weather grounded their mission.
Project Kuiper’s satellites are essential for Amazon as they aim to provide competition against SpaceX's Starlink internet network.
Read at Ars Technica
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