Airbus Secures Vega C Rocket for Launch of Next-Generation Pléiades Neo Next Satellite
AviationNews – Airbus has officially selected the Vega C rocket, manufactured by Avio, to propel the first satellite of its advanced Pléiades Neo Next constellation into orbit. This strategic partnership ensures that Europe maintains its technological sovereignty in the critical field of ultra-high-resolution Earth observation. The announcement, confirmed on January 27, 2026, solidifies the launch timeline with a scheduled liftoff from the…