According to BlackSky CEO Brian O’Toole, the Gen-3 satellite has demonstrated exceptional clarity at its insertion altitude, with further improvements expected as calibration continues. The company is confident that once the satellite reaches its operational altitude, image quality will enhance even further.
Following initial testing and image capture, the satellite has been transitioned into automated operations. This phase allows for additional system validation and streamlines the final commissioning process before full-scale commercial deployment.
BlackSky anticipates sharing sample imagery with customers within the next 30 days, ahead of the planned timeline. The integration of very high-resolution imaging into its constellation aims to provide customers with greater time-diverse coverage and high-quality images at competitive prices.
The company remains on schedule for the launch of its next Gen-3 satellite in the second quarter of this year. BlackSky plans to maintain a steady cadence of satellite launches throughout the year, further strengthening its global monitoring capabilities.
