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 55 published reports.
SpaceX Launches SiriusXM Satellite Amid Close Orbital Encounters
SpaceX successfully launched a SiriusXM satellite, while several close orbital encounters were monitored, highlighting the growing complexity of space traffic management.
Starlink Launch Set for Sunday Amidst Close Orbital Encounters
SpaceX's Starlink launch from Vandenberg is scheduled for today, while several close satellite encounters are monitored.
Ariane 6 Launches Amazon Satellites Amid Close Orbital Encounters
Ariane 6 successfully launches Amazon satellites. Multiple close satellite encounters recorded. NASA updates on El Niño.
Juno's Io Discoveries and Soyuz MS-28's Return
Juno's findings on Io's subsurface and Soyuz MS-28's return dominate today's space news, alongside close orbital encounters.
NASA and Roscosmos Extend Seat Barter Deal Amid Close Satellite Encounters
NASA and Roscosmos have extended their seat barter agreement, while recent close satellite encounters underscore the growing congestion in orbit.
Satellite Rescue Mission and Canadarm2 Repairs Highlight Busy Week in Orbit
A satellite rescue mission and Canadarm2 repairs are key highlights, alongside close orbital encounters and a pulsar record.
SpaceX's Starlink V3 Set for Suborbital Deployment on Starship
SpaceX's Starship prepares for a suborbital flight to deploy Starlink V3 satellites, marking a significant step in satellite internet technology.
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.
This Week in Orbit: 2026-05-24
This week, the space industry saw significant developments, including NASA's decision to expand its collaboration with SpaceX by adding more missions to the commercial crew contract. Meanwhile, SpaceX successfully launched its first Starship V3, marking a new chapter for the company's ambitious spac
Perseid Meteors Illuminate Swedish Skies
The Perseid meteor shower, visible from Sweden, offers a stunning display of cometary dust streaking through Earth's atmosphere.
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.
Chang'e 7 Set for Ambitious Lunar Mission Amid New Space Policy
China's Chang'e 7 is poised to launch on an ambitious lunar mission, while the US unveils a new space transportation policy.