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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 66 published reports.

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Technician inspects Space Shuttle Atlantis wing spars in Orbiter Processing Facility at Kennedy Space Center.
Orbital Briefing

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.

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NASA's SpaceX Crew-9 Falcon 9 and Dragon spacecraft being rolled out at Space Launch Complex under clear skies.
Orbital Briefing

SpaceX Expands Starlink Network Amidst Close Satellite Encounters

SpaceX's Starlink network expands with a Falcon 9 launch as close satellite encounters are closely monitored.

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Illustration of the Roman Space Telescope arriving in orbit with Earth in the background.
Orbital Briefing

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.

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NASA’s SpaceX Crew-9 Falcon 9/Dragon Rollout at Space Launch C
Orbital Briefing

SpaceX Prepares Starlink Launch Amid Close Satellite Encounters

SpaceX is readying a Falcon 9 launch of 24 Starlink satellites, while several close satellite encounters have been monitored.

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Technicians work on Rocket Lab PREFIRE satellite integration in a clean room environment.
Orbital Briefing

Rocket Lab's 'Ten Owl of Ten' Mission Lifts Off Amidst Close Satellite Encounters

Rocket Lab's 'Ten Owl of Ten' mission launches today for Synspective, while close satellite encounters are closely monitored.

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International Space Station mockup training
Orbital Briefing

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.

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Astronaut floating in space with Earth in the background, showcasing the vastness of the universe.
Orbital Briefing

Close Satellite Encounters and Space Force Leadership Change

Satellite close approaches and a leadership change in the U.S. Space Force highlight today's space activities.

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Astronauts aboard the International Space Station capturing Earth from space with camera equipment.
Orbital Briefing

China Advances Mars Sample Return Plans Amid Close Satellite Encounters

China progresses its Mars sample return mission plans, while satellite close approaches highlight ongoing orbital congestion.

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Orbital Briefing

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.

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SpaceX Crew-9 Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon capsule on launch pad at dawn, ready for mission.
Orbital Briefing

SpaceX Launches 27 Starlink Satellites Amidst Close Orbital Encounters

SpaceX launches 27 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg. Close orbital encounters and NASA's new Deep Space Network dish also feature.

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Image of Wolf-Rayet 140 system showing concentric dust rings formed by colliding stellar winds.
Orbital Briefing

James Webb Reveals Rapid Planet Formation in New Study

The James Webb Space Telescope has observed rapid planet formation around 72 stars, prompting a rethink of current theories.

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