Planet Labs PBC Stock watching
On July 7, 2026, Planet Labs PBC (NYSE: PL) announced the successful launch and initial orbital contact of Pelican--11, a second--generation (Gen 2) technology demonstration satellite. Launched via a SpaceX Transporter--17 mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base, the spacecraft is designed to validate 30cm--class imaging resolution and advanced hardware configurations. This mission serves as a critical pathfinder for the upcoming production fleet, enabling rapid calibration and testing to meet growing global demand for high--resolution, AI--ready geospatial intelligence.