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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 28 published reports.

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NASA's Lunar Prospector spacecraft launches from Cape Canaveral, marking the first use of Lockheed Martin's Athena II rocket and Launch Complex 46.
Orbital Events

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.

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Aerial view of Kennedy Space Center with launch pads and facilities under a clear blue sky.
Orbital Events

Space Tourism Costs: A Comprehensive Guide to the Final Frontier

Space tourism costs range from $250,000 to $55 million, depending on the destination and duration. Learn who can go and what it involves.

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Astronaut in space suit working outside International Space Station with Earth visible in background.
Weekly Roundup

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

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Aerial view of SpaceX Starship 6 rocket launching, with fiery exhaust, captured from space station window.
Orbital Briefing

SpaceX Starship V3 Launch Scrubbed Amid Ground Equipment Issues

SpaceX's Starship V3 launch was delayed due to ground equipment issues, while Varda's sixth mission returned successfully.

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A powerful Atlas V rocket launches MAVEN spacecraft into space under a clear blue sky.
Orbital Briefing

Final Atlas V Launch Supports Amazon's Broadband Constellation

ULA launches final Atlas V for Amazon Leo, Starlink satellites adjust orbits, new Moon lander contracts announced.

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NISAR satellite being unpacked at Satish Dhawan Space Centre after arrival from Bengaluru.
Orbital Briefing

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.

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NASA's SpaceX Crew-9 Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft on launch pad at Space Launch Complex.
Orbital Briefing

SpaceX Falcon 9 Set for Record-Breaking 36th Launch

SpaceX's Falcon 9 is poised for its 36th launch, setting a new record. Meanwhile, Singapore establishes a new space agency.

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View of Earth's atmosphere illuminated by an orbital sunrise from the International Space Station above the Pacific Ocean.
Orbital Events

Space Debris: Understanding the Growing Threat in Orbit

Space debris refers to defunct human-made objects in orbit that pose collision risks to spacecraft and satellites.

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

SpaceX Launches CRS-34 Mission as ESA-China SMILE Prepares for Lift-off

SpaceX launches CRS-34 mission to the ISS, delivering science and cargo, while ESA-China's SMILE mission prepares to study Earth's magnetic shield.

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Ecuadorian officials signing the Artemis Accords at a formal ceremony with flags in the background.
Orbital Briefing

Mauritius Joins Artemis Accords; Starlink Orbit Adjustments

Mauritius becomes the 70th nation to sign the Artemis Accords, while Starlink satellites undergo significant orbital adjustments.

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NASA's SpaceX Crew-9 Falcon 9 and Dragon spacecraft being transported to the launch pad at Space Launch Complex.
Orbital Briefing

SpaceX Starlink Launch and Astrobotic's Strategic Sale

SpaceX successfully launched 24 Starlink satellites, while Astrobotic's sale to Voyager promises expansion.

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