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 387 published reports.
SpaceX Lunar Collision Concerns and VLEO Demonstration
SpaceX addresses lunar collision risks, Kreios Space prepares VLEO demo, and Starlink satellites narrowly avoid close approaches.
GPS IIR-11: The Backbone of Global Navigation
GPS IIR-11, also known by its NORAD ID 26407, is a satellite in the Global Positioning System (GPS) constellation, which provides geolocation and time information to a GPS receiver anywhere on Earth. Launched on 6 November 2004, it is part of the Block IIR series, which comprises 21 satellites desig
Unveiling the Mysteries of a Fire Rainbow Over West Virginia
Explore the captivating fire rainbow over West Virginia, a rare atmospheric phenomenon caused by ice crystals in cirrus clouds refracting sunlight.
This Week in Orbit
This week, the James Webb Space Telescope revealed a warped structure within the protoplanetary disk of TW Hydrae, a nearby star system, providing new insights into planet formation processes. Meanwhile, the U.S.
Webb Telescope Unveils TW Hydrae's Protoplanetary Disk Secrets
The Webb Telescope has revealed a warped structure in TW Hydrae's protoplanetary disk, offering insights into planetary formation.
The Buck Moon and Earth's Shadow Dance Over Croatia
The Buck Moon rises over Croatia, casting a shadow and unveiling the Belt of Venus, a celestial marvel captured in a stunning skyscape.
China's Secretive Launch and Starliner Cargo Plans for 2026
China's TJS-27 satellites launch alongside a Tianlian relay. Starliner plans ISS cargo run. Close satellite approaches monitored.
Unveiling the Dark Doodad: A Celestial Silhouette
The Dark Doodad Nebula and NGC 4372 star cluster offer a stunning view in Musca, revealing interstellar dynamics.
Satellite Spotlight: COSMOS 1408 and the 2021 Russian ASAT Test Debris Field
COSMOS 1408, a Soviet-era satellite, was launched on 16 September 1982. It was part of the Tselina-D series, designed for electronic intelligence (ELINT) purposes.
The Artemis Program: NASA's Ambitious Return to the Moon
NASA's Artemis program aims to return humans to the Moon by 2024, establishing a sustainable presence for future exploration.
Starship Spotted by Starlink: A New Era of Space Observation
SpaceX's Starship was observed by a Starlink satellite, highlighting the integration of commercial space assets.
NOAA-19: The Last of the POES Weather Satellites
NOAA-19, also known by its NORAD ID 33591, is the last satellite in the Polar Operational Environmental Satellites (POES) series. Launched on 6 February 2009, it serves as a key component in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) mission to monitor weather patterns and environm