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 53 published reports.
SpaceX Launches Classified Mission for US Space Force
SpaceX launches a classified mission for the US Space Force today. New insights into the origin of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS emerge.
Space Force Awards $60M for Satellite Network Tests
The US Space Force allocates $60 million for satellite network tests. TESS discovers a rare brown dwarf. Close satellite approaches monitored.
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.
Starliner Eyes 2026 Cargo Mission Amid Close Satellite Approaches
Boeing's Starliner is poised for a potential 2026 cargo mission to the ISS, while multiple close satellite approaches underscore orbital congestion challenges.
SpaceX Prepares Starlink Launch Amid Close Satellite Encounters
SpaceX is readying a Falcon 9 launch of 24 Starlink satellites, while several close satellite encounters have been monitored.
Starlink: Current Status and Future Launches in 2026
Starlink has 9,839 active satellites as of 2026, with future launches planned using Falcon 9 and Starship vehicles.
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.
Understanding the Outer Space Treaty: A Comprehensive Guide
The Outer Space Treaty, established in 1967, forms the foundation of international space law, promoting peaceful exploration and preventing the militarisation of space.
GPS vs Galileo vs GLONASS vs BeiDou: Comparing Global Navigation Systems
GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, and BeiDou are global navigation satellite systems offering varying coverage, accuracy, and features.
SpaceX Prepares for Starlink Launch Amid ISS Maintenance
SpaceX is set to launch 27 Starlink satellites today, as astronauts complete an ISS antenna replacement. Close satellite approaches are being monitored.
Understanding the Space Fence: Tracking Earth's Orbital Objects
The Space Fence radar system tracks over 28,000 objects in Earth's orbit, from satellites to debris, ensuring space safety.
Why Is Landing on Mars So Hard?
Mars has enough atmosphere to threaten an arriving spacecraft, but not enough to land it safely with a parachute alone. Every landing must solve both problems autonomously.