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 45 published reports.
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.
SpaceX IPO Boosts Market; Artemis Lander Plans Evolve
SpaceX's IPO sees shares rise 20%, marking a financial milestone. NASA refines Artemis lunar lander plans amid close satellite approaches.
NASA Cancels Draper Lunar Lander Amidst Artemis Expansion
NASA cancels Draper lunar lander mission as Artemis Accords grow. Close satellite approaches highlight orbital congestion.
Artemis III Progress and Close Satellite Approaches Mark Key Developments
Artemis III SLS stacking progresses while close satellite approaches are monitored. Space weather remains stable.
Mauritius Joins Artemis Accords; Starlink Orbit Adjustments
Mauritius becomes the 70th nation to sign the Artemis Accords, while Starlink satellites undergo significant orbital adjustments.
Artemis III Crew Announced: Testing Lunar Landers in Orbit
NASA announces the Artemis III crew, including ESA's Luca Parmitano, to test lunar landers in orbit ahead of the 2027 lunar mission.
Artemis III Advances as China Delays Chang’e-7 Mission
Artemis III SLS stacking progresses, while China postpones Chang’e-7. Close satellite approaches monitored.
Artemis II Crew Honoured as SpaceX Prepares for Roman Telescope Launch
The Artemis II crew is awarded the Congressional Space Medal of Honor, while SpaceX gears up to launch NASA's Roman Space Telescope.
SpaceX Delivers Cargo to ISS; Artemis III Prepares for Tests
SpaceX has delivered over 6,000 pounds of cargo to the ISS today, while NASA's Artemis III prepares for a crucial tanking test.
Artemis II Crew Honoured as Space Academy Announced
The Artemis II crew receives the Congressional Space Medal of Honor, coinciding with the announcement of a new U.S. Space Academy.
NASA Rescues Swift Telescope Amid International Launch Preparations
NASA's Swift telescope resumes science operations after a failed rescue mission. ESA's JUICE to explore Jovian moon Kallichore.
SpaceX Starlink Launch and Close Approaches Highlight Orbital Activity
SpaceX's Falcon 9 successfully launched 24 Starlink satellites, while several close approaches were tracked in orbit.