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 31 published reports.
SpaceX Prepares for Starship Flight 13 Amidst Orbital Anomalies
SpaceX targets July 23 for Starship Flight 13. Satellite close approaches and orbital manoeuvres monitored.
Japan's H3 Rocket to Return with New Configuration
Japan's H3 rocket is set to return to flight with its lightest configuration, marking a significant step for JAXA's launch capabilities.
SpaceX's Starlink V3 Deployment on Suborbital Starship Flight
SpaceX prepares to launch Starlink V3 satellites on a suborbital Starship flight, marking a significant step in satellite deployment.
NASA Prepares for Astronaut Launch Amid Starlink Anomalies
NASA prepares for astronaut Anil Menon's launch to the ISS, while Starlink satellites show significant orbital anomalies.
ISS Crew Takes Shelter Amid Russian Segment Leak
ISS crew members took shelter following an air leak in the Russian segment. Blue Origin remains focused on future missions despite New Glenn anomaly.
Wally Funk, Space Pioneer, Passes Away; Starlink Anomalies Noted
Wally Funk, a trailblazer in aviation and space, has died at 87. Starlink satellites undergo orbital adjustments.
India's Private Rocket Success and Perseverance's Ancient Discovery
India's first privately-developed rocket has successfully reached orbit. Meanwhile, NASA's Perseverance Rover has uncovered evidence of ancient impacts on Mars.
Starship's 13th Flight and Wildfires Impact NASA's Madrid Facility
SpaceX's Starship completes a successful 13th test flight with a soft splashdown. Meanwhile, wildfires near Madrid impact NASA's Deep Space Network facility.
Astronomical Concerns Over Satellite Mega-Constellations
Astronomers express concern over satellite mega-constellations, while New Horizons approaches interstellar space.
This Week in Orbit: 2026-06-07
This week, the space community's attention was drawn to NASA's strategic decisions and operational challenges. The agency is set to select a new headquarters by the end of the year, a move that underscores its evolving administrative needs.
SpaceX Expands Starlink Network with 27 New Satellites
SpaceX successfully launched 27 Starlink V2 Mini satellites, increasing the operational Starlink network to 9,835 units.
SpaceX Delivers Cargo to ISS; Artemis III Prepares for Tests
SpaceX has delivered over 6,000 pounds of cargo to the ISS today, while NASA's Artemis III prepares for a crucial tanking test.