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Kleos RF reconnaissance

Kleos Space RF reconnaissance spacecraft cluster/fleet.

Kleos SpaceService start: Not stated
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SpacecraftStatusOrbitLaunch date
KSF1-AretiredLEOJun 30, 2021
KSF1-BretiredLEOJun 30, 2021
KSF1-C
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retired
LEO
Jun 30, 2021
KSF1-DretiredLEOJun 30, 2021
KSF2-AretiredLEOApr 1, 2022
KSF2-BretiredLEOApr 1, 2022
KSF2-CretiredLEOApr 1, 2022
KSF2-DretiredLEOApr 1, 2022
KSF3-AretiredLEOJan 3, 2023
KSF3-BretiredLEOJan 3, 2023
KSF3-CretiredLEOJan 3, 2023
KSF3-DretiredLEOJan 3, 2023
KSM1-aretiredLEONov 7, 2020
KSM1-bretiredLEONov 7, 2020
KSM1-cretiredLEONov 7, 2020
KSM1-dretiredLEONov 7, 2020
KSF1-A
LEO · Jun 30, 2021
retired
KSF1-B
LEO · Jun 30, 2021
retired
KSF1-C
LEO · Jun 30, 2021
retired
KSF1-D
LEO · Jun 30, 2021
retired
KSF2-A
LEO · Apr 1, 2022
retired
KSF2-B
LEO · Apr 1, 2022
retired
KSF2-C
LEO · Apr 1, 2022
retired
KSF2-D
LEO · Apr 1, 2022
retired
KSF3-A
LEO · Jan 3, 2023
retired
KSF3-B
LEO · Jan 3, 2023
retired
KSF3-C
LEO · Jan 3, 2023
retired
KSF3-D
LEO · Jan 3, 2023
retired
KSM1-a
LEO · Nov 7, 2020
retired
KSM1-b
LEO · Nov 7, 2020
retired
KSM1-c
LEO · Nov 7, 2020
retired
KSM1-d
LEO · Nov 7, 2020
retired
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149
All verified mentions of this constellation in source documents.

Kleos’ demonstrator satellites have completed commissioning and are delivering test data to early adopter customers.

CapabilityRelationshipsValue 4.0Aug 2, 2021Kleos establish partnership with Japan Space Imaging Corporation for promotion in Japan

Kleos’ third satellite cluster, the Patrol Mission, is scheduled to launch at the end of 2021 onboard a SpaceX Falcon 9.

PlanValue 4.0Aug 2, 2021Kleos establish partnership with Japan Space Imaging Corporation for promotion in Japan

Kleos Space SA established a partnership with Japan Space Imaging Corporation to support promotion of Kleos’ geolocation data in Japan.

RelationshipsGeneralValue 3.8Aug 2, 2021Kleos establish partnership with Japan Space Imaging Corporation for promotion in Japan

Japan Space Imaging Corporation will act as Kleos’ promotional partner and provide direct tactical and promotional support.

RelationshipsGeneralValue 2.2Aug 2, 2021Kleos establish partnership with Japan Space Imaging Corporation for promotion in Japan

Kleos launched its second cluster, the Vigilance Mission (KSF1), at the end of June.

PlanGeneralValue 3.5Aug 2, 2021Kleos establish partnership with Japan Space Imaging Corporation for promotion in Japan

The Kleos Scouting Mission (KSM1) launched into a 37-degree inclination in November.

PlanCapabilityValue 3.5Aug 2, 2021Kleos establish partnership with Japan Space Imaging Corporation for promotion in Japan

Kleos launched its Polar Vigilance Mission satellites (KSF1) in July 2021.

GeneralValue 4.0Jul 5, 2021The New Role Of Chief Innovation Officer @ Kleos Space Now Filled

Kleos launched its second satellite cluster, the Polar Vigilance Mission (KSF1), on 30 June 2021 (UTC) aboard the Spaceflight SXRS-5/SpaceX Transporter-2 mission.

PlanCapabilityValue 4.5Jul 5, 2021Kleos launches second cluster, Polar Vigilance Mission satellites now in orbit

Miles Ashcroft’s appointment to the newly created Chief Innovation Officer role follows the launch of Kleos’ Scouting Mission satellites (KSM1) in November 2020.

GovernancePlanValue 4.0Jul 5, 2021The New Role Of Chief Innovation Officer @ Kleos Space Now Filled

Repeat subscription-based revenues for Kleos were anticipated to commence in 2021-07-01 and increase further in 2021-10-01 with the addition of data from the Polar Vigilance cluster.

FinancialPlanValue 3.5Jul 5, 2021Kleos launches second cluster, Polar Vigilance Mission satellites now in orbit

Kleos is developing a third satellite cluster, KSF2, that is scheduled to launch later 2021.

PlanGrowthValue 3.8Jul 5, 2021The New Role Of Chief Innovation Officer @ Kleos Space Now Filled

KSM1 satellites are being used to develop multiple space and ground segments for Kleos.

CapabilityValue 3.0Jul 5, 2021Kleos launches second cluster, Polar Vigilance Mission satellites now in orbit

Kleos anticipates repeat subscription-based revenues to commence in 2021-07-01 and increase further in 2021-10-01 with the addition of data from the Polar Vigilance satellite cluster.

FinancialPlanCapabilityGrowthValue 4.0Jun 30, 2021

Kleos plans to expand its constellation with a third satellite cluster called the Polar Patrol Mission on track for a late 2021 launch aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9.

PlanGrowthCapabilityValue 4.0Jun 30, 2021Kleos Space’ Polar Vigilance Mission Gains Orbit Via SpaceX Transporter-2 Launch

HawkEye 360 and Kleos each had satellites on Transporter-2 to support radio-frequency tracking constellations.

GeneralValue 3.8Jun 30, 2021SpaceX launches second dedicated rideshare mission

Kleos’ RF geolocation capability is used to improve detection of hidden and illegal activities, including piracy, drug and people smuggling, border security challenges, and illegal fishing.

CapabilityValue 3.0Jun 30, 2021Kleos Space’ Polar Vigilance Mission Gains Orbit Via SpaceX Transporter-2 Launch

Kleos’ first cluster, the KSM1 Scouting Mission, was launched in November 2020 into a 37-degree low Earth orbit.

CapabilityPlanValue 4.0Jun 30, 2021Kleos Space’ Polar Vigilance Mission Gains Orbit Via SpaceX Transporter-2 Launch

Kleos uses clusters of four satellites to collect radio transmissions over key areas of interest around the globe and deliver processed geospatial data products to analytics and intelligence entities for government and commercial use.

CapabilityGeneralValue 4.0Jun 28, 2021UPDATE: Kleos Space Confirms Their Polar Vigilance Mission Smallsats Will Launch From Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Kleos received confirmation that KSF1 will launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station onboard the Spaceflight SXRS-5/SpaceX Transporter-2 mission targeted for 2021-06-29 (US).

PlanGeneralValue 4.0Jun 28, 2021UPDATE: Kleos Space Confirms Their Polar Vigilance Mission Smallsats Will Launch From Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

The Kleos Scouting Mission satellites launched in November into a 37-degree inclined orbit.

PlanCapabilityValue 4.0Jun 28, 2021UPDATE: Kleos Space Confirms Their Polar Vigilance Mission Smallsats Will Launch From Cape Canaveral Space Force Station
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Kleos Space’ Polar Vigilance Mission Gains Orbit Via SpaceX Transporter-2 Launch