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 7 published reports.
SpaceX Recovery Fleet: Comprehensive Guide to Drone Ships
SpaceX's recovery fleet, including drone ships like 'Of Course I Still Love You', plays a crucial role in reusing rockets, reducing costs, and advancing space exploration.
Starlink Expands as SpaceX Achieves 14th Successful Launch
SpaceX's Falcon 9 successfully launched 27 Starlink satellites, expanding its constellation to 9,806 active units.
SpaceX Launches 27 Starlink Satellites Amidst Close Orbital Encounters
SpaceX launches 27 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg. Close orbital encounters and NASA's new Deep Space Network dish also feature.
Blue Origin's New Glenn: A Comprehensive Guide to the Heavy-Lift Rocket
Blue Origin's New Glenn is a heavy-lift rocket designed to compete in the commercial space market with significant payload capacity.
Gamma-Ray Bursts from Neutron Star Collapses Confirmed
Scientists confirm two gamma-ray bursts were caused by collapsing neutron stars, while SpaceX launches a SiriusXM satellite.
Starlink Expansion and Close Approaches Dominate Orbital News
SpaceX launches 27 Starlink satellites, boosting its constellation. Orbital congestion remains a concern with multiple close approaches.
Falcon 9: The Rocket That Changed Spaceflight Forever
The Falcon 9 rocket by SpaceX revolutionised spaceflight with its reusable design, reducing launch costs and increasing access to space.