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.
Satellite Re-entry: NORAD 47752 Expected on 9 September 2026
NORAD 47752 is predicted to re-enter Earth's atmosphere on 9 September 2026 at 03:21 UTC. Track it live on Orbital Radar.
Understanding Satellite Re-entry: What Happens When Spacecraft Return to Earth
Satellite re-entry involves a spacecraft descending through Earth's atmosphere, often burning up due to intense heat and friction.
This Week in Orbit
This week, the James Webb Space Telescope revealed a warped structure within the protoplanetary disk of TW Hydrae, a nearby star system, providing new insights into planet formation processes. Meanwhile, the U.S.
Understanding Orbital Decay: Why Satellites Fall to Earth
Orbital decay occurs when a satellite's orbit decreases over time due to atmospheric drag and gravitational forces, eventually leading to re-entry.
Starliner Eyes 2026 Cargo Mission Amid Close Satellite Approaches
Boeing's Starliner is poised for a potential 2026 cargo mission to the ISS, while multiple close satellite approaches underscore orbital congestion challenges.
Genesis Capsule's Fiery Return: A Solar Wind Odyssey
In 2004, NASA's Genesis capsule crash-landed in Utah, bringing back solar wind samples that unveiled secrets of the Sun's composition and the Solar System's formation.
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.
How Solar Cycles Affect Satellite Operations
Solar cycles influence satellite operations by affecting space weather, which can disrupt communications and increase orbital decay.
China's Secretive Launch and Starliner Cargo Plans for 2026
China's TJS-27 satellites launch alongside a Tianlian relay. Starliner plans ISS cargo run. Close satellite approaches monitored.
This Week in Orbit: 2026-09-06
This week, SpaceX successfully launched 27 Starlink satellites aboard a Falcon 9 rocket, marking a continued expansion of their satellite internet constellation. The launch, which took place from Cape Canaveral, saw the Falcon 9 booster land on a drone ship at sea, adding to SpaceX's impressive reco
NASA Considers Hubble Reboost Amid ISS Challenges
NASA explores cost-effective options for a Hubble reboost as ISS faces air leak challenges. Blue Origin focuses on future missions.
Total Solar Eclipse Captivates Greenland, Reveals Cosmic Dance
A total solar eclipse visible from Greenland today showcases the intricate dance of celestial bodies, while close satellite approaches highlight ongoing orbital congestion.