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 23 published reports.
Understanding Conjunction Assessment in Satellite Operations
Conjunction assessment predicts potential collisions between satellites and debris, ensuring safe operations in Earth's orbit.
Venus and Jupiter's Celestial Dance: A Cosmic Conjunction
A striking conjunction of Venus and Jupiter graced the evening skies, captured over ten days from India. Discover the science behind this celestial event.
Celestial Dance: Jupiter and Venus in Stunning Conjunction
Jupiter and Venus align in a rare celestial event visible worldwide. Discover the science and beauty of this planetary conjunction.
Close Conjunction Alert: OBJECT A and OBJECT D Approach Within 1.76 km
On 1st September 2026, a close conjunction event was recorded between two objects, designated OBJECT A and OBJECT D, with a minimum separation distance of approximately 1.76 kilometres. This event, classified with medium severity, highlights the ongoing challenges of managing space traffic and debri
Close Conjunction: OBJECT A and OBJECT H Approach Within 1.53 km
On 28 August 2026, at 02:54 UTC, two catalogued space objects, designated as OBJECT A and OBJECT H, made a close approach with a minimum distance of approximately 1.53 kilometres. This event is classified as a medium-severity conjunction, indicating a notable but not critical risk of collision.
Close Conjunction Alert: OBJECT B and OBJECT D Approach Within 1.76 km
On 13 August 2026, at precisely 02:54 UTC, a close conjunction event will take place between two space objects designated as OBJECT B and OBJECT D. The minimum separation distance is estimated to be approximately 1.76 kilometres.
Close Approach Alert: GRUS-3G and MISR-D-2 Conjunction
On 21 August 2026, at 02:33 UTC, a close approach is expected between the satellites GRUS-3G (NORAD ID: 69878) and MISR-D-2 (NORAD ID: 69915). The predicted minimum distance of approximately 1.99 kilometres categorises this as a medium-severity conjunction event.
High-Risk Conjunction: COSMOS 2581 and COSMOS 2582 Approach
The Russian satellites COSMOS 2581 and COSMOS 2582, with NORAD IDs 62902 and 62903 respectively, are projected to come perilously close to each other at a minimum distance of 0.42 km. This conjunction is scheduled for 24 August 2026 at 02:39:45 UTC.
Close Conjunction: SL-3 Rocket Body and NOAA 16 Debris
On 15 August 2026, at precisely 23:27:39 UTC, a medium-severity conjunction event was recorded between the SL-3 Rocket Body (NORAD ID: 11166) and debris from the NOAA 16 satellite (NORAD ID: 41510). The two objects approached each other within a minimum distance of approximately 1.82 kilometres.
Close Conjunction: FLOCK 4H 14 and MAUVE Satellites
On 13 July 2026, at 02:21 UTC, a close approach event involving two satellites, FLOCK 4H 14 (NORAD ID: 66717) and MAUVE (NORAD ID: 66756), is projected to occur. The minimum predicted distance between these spacecraft is approximately 1.64 kilometres.
Close Conjunction of INTELSAT 1002 and MEV-2
On June 15, 2026, at 10:17 UTC, a close approach event is anticipated between INTELSAT 1002 (NORAD ID: 28358) and MEV-2 (NORAD ID: 46113). The predicted minimum separation distance is approximately 0.00 km, indicating a potential collision risk.
Venus and Jupiter's Celestial Dance Over Avebury
Venus and Jupiter's close conjunction offers a stunning view in the twilight skies, captured over the historic Avebury stone circle.