Space News Mission Log — Satellite Launches, Orbital Events & Analysis
Daily space news, satellite launch reports, orbital debris analysis and weekly roundups — grounded in live tracking data from our network monitoring 388 published reports.
Starship Florida Launch Plans and Dark Matter Debate
Starship prepares for a Florida launch, a study challenges dark matter in the Bullet Cluster, and Swift receives a reboost.
Satellite Spotlight: TDRS — NASA's Data Relay Network in GEO
The Tracking and Data Relay Satellite (TDRS) system is a network of American communications satellites operated by NASA. Designed to support space missions by providing continuous data relay services, TDRS ensures that spacecraft and satellites have a constant link to ground stations.
How to See the International Space Station from Your Backyard
To see the ISS from your backyard, use a satellite pass prediction tool to find visible passes and look for a bright, fast-moving object in the sky.
Unveiling Cosmic Siblings: The Tale of Twin Supernovae
Discover the intertwined story of two supernova remnants, captured in a stunning multi-wavelength image, revealing the cosmic dance of a binary star system.
Starlink Expansion and Exoplanet Discoveries Mark Space Developments
SpaceX expands Starlink with 24 new satellites. JWST observes a giant planet orbiting a dead star, offering insights into stellar evolution.
Starlink: The Mega-Constellation Reshaping Orbit
Starlink is a satellite internet constellation being constructed by SpaceX to provide satellite Internet access globally. The system is designed to deliver high-speed broadband internet to locations where access has been unreliable, expensive, or completely unavailable.
Graveyard Orbits: Final Resting Place for Satellites
Graveyard orbits are designated zones where inactive satellites are moved to minimise space debris. Discover their importance and function.
Final Atlas V Launch Supports Amazon's Broadband Constellation
ULA launches final Atlas V for Amazon Leo, Starlink satellites adjust orbits, new Moon lander contracts announced.
James Webb Space Telescope at L2: A New Era in Astronomy
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is a large, space-based observatory designed to complement and extend the discoveries of the Hubble Space Telescope. Launched on December 25, 2021, aboard an Ariane 5 rocket, the JWST is equipped with a 6.5-metre primary mirror, significantly larger than Hubble'
Understanding Orbital Decay: Why Satellites Fall to Earth
Orbital decay occurs when a satellite's orbit decreases over time due to atmospheric drag and gravitational forces, eventually leading to re-entry.
Unveiling the Celestial Tapestry of Rho Ophiuchi
The Rho Ophiuchi complex reveals a vibrant tapestry of star formation, nebulae, and ancient clusters, captured in stunning detail.
NASA Awards $600M in Lunar Lander Missions, Expands Moon Exploration
NASA allocates $600 million for lunar lander missions, bolstering Moon exploration efforts. Satellite close approaches monitored.