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 270 published reports.
The World's Spaceports: Comprehensive Launch Sites Guide
Spaceports are crucial launch sites for rockets entering orbit. Discover key locations and their roles in global space exploration.
SpaceX Launches Classified NRO Payload Amidst Rising Space Debris Concerns
SpaceX launches a classified payload for the NRO, while astronomers warn of invisible debris in geosynchronous orbit. The Roman Space Telescope is set for an August launch.
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.
NASA's Roman Space Telescope Set for Launch on Falcon Heavy
NASA's Roman Space Telescope is ready for launch on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy, marking a major milestone in space observation.
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.
SpaceX Falcon 9 Launches 81 Satellites in Midnight Rideshare
SpaceX's Falcon 9 launched 81 satellites in a rideshare mission. Meanwhile, close approaches continue to be monitored in orbit.
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.
SpaceX Starship Launch Aborted; Starlink Satellites See Orbital Changes
SpaceX's Starship Flight 13 launch was aborted at the last second, while several Starlink satellites experienced significant orbital changes.
SpaceX Starlink Launch and Astrobotic's Strategic Sale
SpaceX successfully launched 24 Starlink satellites, while Astrobotic's sale to Voyager promises expansion.
SpaceX Falcon 9 Launches 81 Satellites in Midnight Rideshare
SpaceX's Falcon 9 successfully launched 81 satellites early on July 7. The mission included diverse payloads, enhancing global satellite coverage.
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 Space Telescope Launches Amid Close Orbital Encounters
The Roman Space Telescope successfully launched, while multiple close satellite approaches were monitored. Rocket Lab prepares for a Japanese radar satellite launch.