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 33 published reports.
Sentinel-2: Europe's Copernicus Imaging Workhorse
Sentinel-2 is a part of the European Union's Copernicus Programme, a flagship initiative aimed at providing Earth observation data to support environmental monitoring, climate change studies, and disaster management. The Sentinel-2 mission consists of two identical satellites, Sentinel-2A and Sentin
How Earth Observation Satellites Monitor Our Planet
Earth observation satellites use remote sensing technology to collect data about the planet's surface, atmosphere, and oceans, providing critical insights for climate science and resource management.
Landsat Satellites: Comprehensive Guide to Earth Imaging
Landsat satellites provide critical Earth imagery for monitoring natural resources and environmental changes, revolutionising remote sensing.
Landsat 9: Earth Observation from 705 km
Landsat 9 is the latest in a series of Earth observation satellites that have been providing invaluable data for environmental monitoring since 1972. Launched on 27 September 2021, Landsat 9 continues the legacy of its predecessors by capturing high-resolution images of the Earth's surface.
GOES-18: Geostationary Weather Sentinel
GOES-18, also known as GOES-T prior to reaching its operational orbit, is a geostationary weather satellite operated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). It is part of the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites (GOES) series, which provides real-time weather dat
GOES Weather Satellites: Comprehensive Guide and Analysis
GOES weather satellites provide critical data for weather forecasting and monitoring. Discover their functions, history, and impact.
Envisat: The Giant Dormant ESA Satellite and Collision Risk
Envisat, launched by the European Space Agency (ESA) in 2002, was one of the largest Earth observation satellites ever constructed. With a mass of approximately 8,211 kilograms and dimensions comparable to a double-decker bus, Envisat was equipped with ten sophisticated instruments designed to monit
Terra: NASA's Flagship Earth Observing System Platform
Terra, launched by NASA on 18 December 1999, is a key component of the Earth Observing System (EOS) programme. It serves as a flagship platform for studying Earth's climate and environmental systems.
Envisat: The Giant Dormant Satellite and Its Collision Risk
Envisat, launched by the European Space Agency (ESA) on 1 March 2002, was one of the largest Earth observation satellites ever constructed. With a mass of approximately 8,211 kilograms and dimensions akin to a double-decker bus, Envisat carried ten sophisticated instruments designed to monitor the E
GOES-19: The Newest Geostationary Weather Eye
GOES-19, the latest addition to the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites (GOES) series, is a state-of-the-art weather satellite operated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Launched on December 1, 2021, aboard an Atlas V rocket, GOES-19 is part of the GOES-R
Understanding Sun-Synchronous Orbits: Consistent Sunlight for Satellites
A sun-synchronous orbit allows satellites to maintain consistent sunlight exposure, crucial for imaging and Earth observation tasks.
Sentinel-2: Europe's Copernicus Imaging Workhorse
Sentinel-2 is a high-resolution, multi-spectral imaging mission forming part of the European Union's Copernicus programme. Operated by the European Space Agency (ESA), Sentinel-2 provides vital data for land monitoring, including agriculture, forestry, and disaster control.