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 510 published reports.
First Diagnostic X-Rays in Space: A Milestone for Astronaut Health
The first diagnostic X-rays in space have been conducted, marking a significant advancement in astronaut health management and long-duration mission planning.
Galileo FOC: Europe's Navigation Constellation
Galileo FOC (Full Operational Capability) is the European Union's global navigation satellite system, designed to provide highly accurate positioning services worldwide. It is Europe's answer to the American GPS, Russian GLONASS, and Chinese BeiDou systems.
Rocket Success Rates: Comprehensive Analysis for 2023
Rocket success rates are a critical measure of reliability, with detailed data revealing trends and influencing factors.
The Cosmic Comet: Cocoon Nebula's Hidden Wonders
The Cocoon Nebula in Cygnus resembles a cosmic comet, with a bright core and a long dusty tail. Discover its star-forming secrets.
SpaceX's Starship Readies for First Orbital Launch
SpaceX's Starship is set for its first orbital launch with the Super Heavy booster now at the pad. Orbital Radar monitors close satellite approaches.
KH-11: The US Reconnaissance Satellite Family
The KH-11 satellite series, also known as Kennan, Crystal, or Keyhole, represents a family of American reconnaissance satellites. Introduced in the 1970s by the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), these satellites are part of the United States' strategic intelligence-gathering capabilities.
Rocket Launch Windows: Understanding Timing and Strategy
A launch window is the specific time period during which a rocket must be launched to reach its intended orbit or destination. Discover why timing is critical.
Analemma and Ancient Stones: A Year in the Sky
The analemma over the Callanish Stones reveals the Sun's shifting position throughout the year, highlighting Earth's axial tilt and orbital dynamics.
LRO Uncovers New Lunar Crater with Thermal Anomalies
LRO has identified a new lunar crater with intriguing thermal emissions, while close satellite approaches continue to be monitored.
Envisat: The Giant Dead ESA Satellite and Collision Risk
Envisat, launched by the European Space Agency (ESA) on 1 March 2002, was one of the largest Earth observation satellites ever constructed. With a mass of approximately 8,200 kilograms, it carried ten sophisticated optical and radar instruments to monitor the Earth's land, atmosphere, oceans, and ic
This Week in Orbit: 2026-09-22
This week in orbit saw a variety of developments across the space sector. NASA awarded SpaceX three additional crew flights to the International Space Station, reinforcing their ongoing collaboration.
The 2 August 2027 Total Solar Eclipse: A Complete Explainer
The total solar eclipse on 2 August 2027 will offer a spectacular celestial event. Learn where and how to view it safely.