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 39 published reports.
SpaceX Lunar Collision Concerns and VLEO Demonstration
SpaceX addresses lunar collision risks, Kreios Space prepares VLEO demo, and Starlink satellites narrowly avoid close approaches.
SpaceX Prepares for Lunar Collision and Starlink Close Calls
SpaceX confronts a potential lunar collision and Starlink satellites experience close approaches, highlighting the growing challenges in space traffic management.
Orbital Safety Concerns Rise Amid Close Satellite Approaches
Recent close approaches between satellites underscore the growing need for improved orbital safety measures.
SpaceX Sets Record with Dual Falcon 9 Launches in Under an Hour
SpaceX launches two Falcon 9 rockets just 38 minutes apart, setting a new record and supporting Globalstar and U.S. Space Force.
SpaceX Prepares for Starship's 13th Test Flight Amid Close Satellite Approaches
SpaceX is set for Starship's 13th test flight this week, while several satellites experience close approaches.
Perseverance Captures Earth's Disappearance Behind Martian Moon
NASA's Perseverance rover witnesses Earth vanish behind Mars' moon, while Schiess takes command of US Space Force amid satellite close approaches.
European Astronaut's Historic Spacewalk and Curiosity's Anniversary
A European astronaut makes history during a spacewalk, while Curiosity Rover celebrates 14 years on Mars.
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.
Artemis III Crew Announced: Testing Lunar Landers in Orbit
NASA announces the Artemis III crew, including ESA's Luca Parmitano, to test lunar landers in orbit ahead of the 2027 lunar mission.
NASA's Roman Telescope Prepares for Launch Amid Close Satellite Encounters
NASA's Roman Telescope is nearing its launch, while several close satellite encounters are monitored.
SpaceX Starlink Launch and Close Approaches Highlight Orbital Activity
SpaceX's Falcon 9 successfully launched 24 Starlink satellites, while several close approaches were tracked in orbit.
Roman Telescope Prepares for Launch as Close Approaches Increase
The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope arrives in Florida for its upcoming launch, while satellite close approaches are closely monitored.