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 14 published reports.
China's Reusable Rocket Success; Starship Prepares for Flight 13
China's Long March-10B successfully tested for reusability; SpaceX's Starship gears up for its 13th flight.
SpaceX Falcon 9 Launches 81 Satellites in Midnight Rideshare
SpaceX's Falcon 9 successfully launched 81 satellites early on July 7. The mission included diverse payloads, enhancing global satellite coverage.
This Week in Orbit: 10 August 2026
This week saw significant developments in the space sector, notably the failure of a Chinese Long March 7A rocket. This incident, reported by SpacePolicyOnline, adds to the challenges faced by China's space programme in maintaining its launch schedule.
Rocket Lab's GHOST System Unveiled Amidst Chinese Launch Failure
Rocket Lab introduces the GHOST portable spaceport system, while China's LM-7A rocket fails. Key satellite close approaches noted.
The Evolution of EchoStar: From First Launch to Present
EchoStar has evolved from launching its first satellite in 1995 to becoming a key player in global communications technology.
Comprehensive Guide to Every Active Launch Vehicle
Explore the full range of active launch vehicles, their capabilities, and their roles in deploying satellites and other payloads into orbit.
SpaceX Falcon 9 Launches 81 Satellites in Midnight Rideshare
SpaceX's Falcon 9 launched 81 satellites in a rideshare mission. Meanwhile, close approaches continue to be monitored in orbit.
China's Space Programme: A Comprehensive Overview
China's space programme, led by the CNSA, is a major force in global space exploration, with significant achievements in satellite deployment and lunar exploration.
CSS Tianhe: Core of China's Space Ambitions
CSS Tianhe, also known as the 'Harmony of the Heavens', is the core module of China's Tiangong space station. Launched on 29 April 2021 aboard a Long March 5B rocket, Tianhe serves as the primary control hub and living quarters for astronauts aboard the station.
CSS Tianhe: Core Module of China's Space Station
CSS Tianhe, also known as the 'Harmony of the Heavens', is the core module of China's Tiangong space station. Launched on April 29, 2021, aboard a Long March 5B rocket, Tianhe serves as the primary control hub for the station.
Vanguard 1: The Oldest Satellite Still in Orbit
Launched on 17 March 1958, Vanguard 1 is the oldest artificial satellite still in orbit. It was part of the United States' Vanguard project, which aimed to launch the first American satellite as part of the International Geophysical Year (1957-1958).
Vanguard 1: The Oldest Satellite Still in Orbit
Launched on 17 March 1958, Vanguard 1 is the oldest artificial satellite still in orbit. Developed by the United States as part of the Vanguard Project, it was the fourth artificial Earth satellite to be successfully launched.