Get The Hawk Outta Here Mission Launched by Rocket Lab
Next Electron Mission Slated for Saturday
The 67th Rocket Lab Electron mission launched earlier today from the company's Launch Complex-1 in New Zealand. The "Get the Hawk Outta Here" mission was a dedicated flight for HawkEye 360.
"Today’s launch for HawkEye 360 was another seamless ride to orbit for Electron, with four satellites deployed with absolute precision."
Sir Peter Beck, Rocket Lab
The mission deployed four satellites to a 323-mile circular low Earth orbit: a trio of microsatellites called Cluster 12 to collect and geolocate radio frequency signals from around the world, along with Kestrel-0A, an experimental satellite designed to evaluate emerging capabilities and future technology enhancements. This mission was the second of three dedicated launches in a multi-launch contract for HawkEye 360, following the company’s first mission on Electron to deploy its Cluster 5 trio of satellites in 2023.
"Today’s launch for HawkEye 360 was another seamless ride to orbit for Electron, with four satellites deployed with absolute precision to support the growth of HawkEye 360’s constellation in low Earth orbit, said Rocket Lab Founder and CEO Sir Peter Beck. "With our next mission set to launch in less than 48 hours— the fastest we’ve ever scheduled back-to-back missions from the same launch site — I’m proud of the team for continuing to deliver the high-cadence, responsive launch that our customers rely on.”
“Cluster 12 reinforces our commitment to advancing defense-focused technology that delivers decisive operational advantage,” said John Serafini, CEO, HawkEye 360. “As the global landscape grows more complex, our commercial signals intelligence capabilities provide trusted, actionable signals intelligence that support national security priorities and allied mission success. With every launch, we deepen our role as a strategic enabler for those operating in contested and dynamic environments.”
The next scheduled Electron mission, “Symphony In The Stars”, will launch a single spacecraft to a 403-mile circular Earth orbit for a confidential commercial customer no earlier than 6:45 p.m. NZT/06:45 UTC on Saturday, June 28th. The mission will be Rocket Lab’s 68th Electron launch overall and tenth mission this year from Launch Complex 1.
Rocket Lab’s dynamic scheduling to meet customer and mission requirements has proven the unparalleled adaptability and responsiveness of dedicated launch on Electron. With over 20 launches possible this year, Electron is in high demand among satellite operators for commercial, civil, and government missions.