# WorldView Legion 6

> commercial Earth observation satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q132717628](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q132717628)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/worldview-legion-6

## Summary
WorldView Legion 6 is a commercial Earth observation satellite developed by Maxar Technologies and RTX. It was launched on February 4, 2025, as part of the WorldView Legion series, operated by Maxar Technologies.

## Key Facts
- **Launch Date:** February 4, 2025 (23:13 UTC) from Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39A.
- **Operator:** Maxar Technologies.
- **Mass:** 750 kg (launch weight) / 625 kg (dry weight).
- **COSPAR ID:** 2025-025B; NSSDCA ID: 2025-025B.
- **Launch Vehicle:** Falcon 9 Block 5 (Booster B1086).
- **Spacecraft Bus:** Lanteris 500.
- **Predecessor:** WorldView Legion 5.
- **Power Source:** Spacecraft solar array.
- **Satellite Of:** Mid-inclination orbit.

## FAQs
### Q: What is WorldView Legion 6?
A: WorldView Legion 6 is a commercial Earth observation satellite designed to provide high-resolution imagery for various applications. It is part of the WorldView series and was launched on February 4, 2025.

### Q: Who built and operates WorldView Legion 6?
A: WorldView Legion 6 was manufactured by Maxar Technologies and RTX. It is operated by Maxar Technologies.

### Q: What is the purpose of WorldView Legion 6?
A: As a commercial Earth observation satellite, its purpose is to capture detailed images of Earth for use in sectors like mapping, infrastructure monitoring, agriculture, and environmental analysis.

### Q: How does WorldView Legion 6 compare to previous satellites?
A: It follows WorldView Legion 5 in the WorldView Legion series. It utilizes the Lanteris 500 spacecraft bus and represents the latest iteration in Maxar's commercial Earth observation constellation.

## Why It Matters
WorldView Legion 6 represents a significant advancement in commercial Earth observation capabilities. As part of Maxar's WorldView Legion constellation, it enhances the frequency, resolution, and scope of high-resolution satellite imagery available to commercial, government, and institutional users worldwide. This enables more timely and detailed monitoring of Earth's changing environments, critical infrastructure, and natural resources, supporting decision-making in areas like urban planning, disaster response, agriculture, and national security. The satellite's launch continues Maxar's role as a major provider of geospatial intelligence, vital for addressing global challenges and fostering economic growth through data-driven insights.

## Notable For
- Being the sixth satellite in the WorldView Legion series, succeeding WorldView Legion 5.
- Utilizing the Lanteris 500 spacecraft bus, Maxar's platform for this new generation of Earth observation satellites.
- Launching on a SpaceX Falcon 9 Block 5 rocket (Booster B1086), representing a key launch vehicle for commercial Earth observation.
- Orbiting in a mid-inclination orbit, optimizing coverage for many high-demand regions.
- Incorporating advanced Earth observation technology for high-resolution imaging capabilities.

## Body
### Specifications
- **Catalog Number (SCN):** 62901
- **Mass:** 750 kg (Launch Weight), 625 kg (Dry Weight)
- **Spacecraft Bus:** Lanteris 500
- **Power:** Powered by spacecraft solar array
- **Mission Orbit:** Mid-inclination orbit

### Operational Details
- **Operator:** Maxar Technologies
- **Manufacturer:** Maxar Technologies, RTX
- **Country of Origin:** United States
- **Launch Site:** Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39A
- **Launch Date:** February 4, 2025 at 23:13 UTC
- **Launch Vehicle:** Falcon 9 Block 5 (Booster B1086, Stage B1086.4)
- **COSPAR ID:** 2025-025B
- **NSSDCA ID:** 2025-025B

### Classification and Series
- **Instance Of:** WorldView Legion (class)
- **Part Of Series:** WorldView
- **Follows:** WorldView Legion 5 (Thing)
- **Category:** Commercial Earth Observation Satellite

### Related Entities
- **Related Class:** WorldView [class] (Series of commercial satellites)
- **Related Class:** Falcon 9 Block 5 [class] (Current SpaceX orbital launch vehicle)
- **Related Entity:** WorldView Legion 5 [Thing] (Predecessor satellite)

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## References

1. [Source](https://space.skyrocket.de/doc_sdat/worldview-legion.htm)
2. Jonathan's Space Report
3. [Source](https://www.maxar.com/press-releases/maxar-successfully-launches-fifth-and-sixth-worldview-legion-satellites)
4. [Source](https://www.eoportal.org/satellite-missions/worldview-legion)
5. [Source](https://space.oscar.wmo.int/satellites/view/worldview_legion_3)