On 30 March 2026, eight additional Eaglet II satellites were successfully launched, representing a significant milestone for the #IRIDE programme. Following the liftoff, #LEOP (Launch and Early Orbit Phase) operations started, requiring a coordinated and consistent effort among all the involved teams. People from OHB Italia S.p.A., Telespazio, Leaf Space…...
FROM VISION TO ORBIT: OUR MANAGING DIRECTOR ON #IRIDE’s LATEST LAUNCH
With the successful launch of the second batch of satellites, the IRIDE Programme continues to take shape, reaching a total of 16 satellites now in orbit within the #Eaglet II constellation. In the video below, our Managing Director, Roberto Aceti, shares his perspective on this important achievement: “This new launch…...
The Italian #IRIDE Programme continues to advance…
The Italian #IRIDE Programme continues to advance with the successful deployment of a further eight Eaglet II satellites, designed, built and integrated by OHB Italia S.p.A. Launched aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California (US), the satellites were successfully inserted into orbit, marking another key step…...
All systems packed, locked, and set for liftoff 🚀.
Eight #Eaglet II satellites, designed, integrated and tested by OHB Italia S.p.A., are ready to take their place aboard the Transporter-16 mission of SpaceX. This launch marks another concrete step forward in the deployment of the Italian #IRIDE constellation, enhancing our capability to observe, understand and protect our planet from space. This is the result of…...
