Key stages of the mission: The first experiment: Salsa companion (Cluster 2) successfully completed the mission and burned up in the atmosphere over the South Pacific Ocean 8 September 2024 year. It was the first ever controlled return of a vehicle from such an elongated elliptical orbit. Adjustments for "twins": ESA operators recently performed complex maneuvers for the last two satellites, Samba (Cluster 3) та Tango (Cluster 4). Their orbits are adjusted as follows, for them to enter […]

Terran Orbital Company (which is now part of Lockheed Martin) officially confirmed, which will provide its Nebula platform for the Mitsubishi Electric LEO demonstration mission. What this means for the industry: Quantum security: The main feature of the mission is the testing of Quantum Key Distribution technology (QKD). This will allow data to be transferred, which are practically impossible to break, which is critical for future orbital data centers. Platform […]

2 February 2026 year during the launch of the party from 25 Starlink satellites from the Vandenberg base (Group mission 17-32) the rocket's upper stage experienced an "abnormal situation" during preparation for final burn and exit from orbit. The satellites themselves were successfully launched into their target orbit before the problem occurred. The company has activated the procedure for resetting the remaining fuel and pressure, to prevent […]

3 February 2026 Elon Musk officially announced the merger of SpaceX and Explainable Artificial Intelligence. This strategic alliance aims to create the world's first large-scale orbital data centers. Key aspects of the agreement: Goal: Deployment of a satellite network for AI computing. Musk claims, that the energy needs of artificial intelligence cannot be met on Earth without harming the […]

Dr. Paul Bate, who headed the British Space Agency (UKSA) with 2021 year, officially leaves his post. This decision coincides with a large-scale restructuring of the UK space sector. The main changes: A new management model: The Agency actually loses part of its autonomy and comes under the direct control of the Ministry of Science, innovations and technologies (DSIT). It is part of the government's plan to strengthen space integration […]

3 February NASA announced, which moves the launch date of the Artemis II mission to the following March, as engineers discovered a leak of liquid hydrogen during a critical pre-launch test. The decision to postpone the start, which was previously scheduled for February (Approximately 8 February), was accepted due to technical problems, that arose during the final test. Hydrogen leak: During rocket refueling […]

2 February 2026 year company Helios Inc. (Tokyo, Japan), which develops the analysis of remote sensing data and creates the "Earth Intelligence Infrastructure", announced the beginning of offering the beta version of "Helios Platform", which uses AI to analyze vast arrays of satellite and geospatial data in real time. The main features of the new platform: Interactivity: Users can ask questions in natural language (through the chat interface), to find changes in the infrastructure, […]

It became known, that Amazon has acquired more 10 Falcon rocket launches 9 at SpaceX for its Amazon Leo satellite internet project (formerly Project Kuiper). This information was disclosed in Amazon's filing with the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from 30 January 2026 year. Order details Number of launches: 10 additional Falcon rocket missions 9. Goal: Accelerate the deployment of the Amazon Leo Broadband Satellite Array. Total number of Falcon launches 9: Now […]

29 January 2026 year Fr. 15:47 (UTC) from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, USA, with the help of the "Falcon" launch vehicle 9 Block 5 ”was launched 25 US spacecraft "Starlink Group 17-32". Satellites "Starlink v2" – these are larger and more powerful communication satellites of SpaceX. They weigh approx 750 kg and have a design with two solar panels to enlarge […]

IN 2020 In 2016, NASA selected SpaceX for the Gateway Logistics Services program, a commercial service for transporting cargo to and from the Gateway, similar to commercial cargo services for the International Space Station. SpaceX's proposal included a variant of the Dragon spacecraft called the Dragon XL. Development of this service progressed slowly, partly due to delays in the Gateway program. NASA gave SpaceX the go-ahead […]

29 January 2026 year China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (Hull, the main state space contractor of the country) outlined plans for space tourism, digital infrastructure, resource development and space traffic management. CASC statements reflect the overall strategic ambitions of the corporation, rather than specific confirmed budgets or implementation timelines, however, they fit well with China's broader public policy of supporting commercial space […]

27 January 2026 Roku rocket Falcon 9 of SpaceX launched the GPS III SV satellite-09 of the US Space Force from the Cape Canaveral Space Force base. The launch continued a series of national security missions, which were redistributed from United Launch Alliance, as the Space Force seeks to accelerate the group's deployment. For reference: United Launch Alliance is a joint venture of the American companies Lockheed […]

For the first time, the US Space Command will invite representatives of commercial space companies to participate in secret war games, dedicated to sensitive national security scenarios. This underscores the growing integration between military and commercial space infrastructure. 28 January 2026 General Stephen Whiting, commander of the US Space Command, during his speech at the SpaceCom conference, Space Mobility said, that the initial training will be […]

29 January 2026 year Fr. 17:53 (UTC) from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, USA, with the help of the "Falcon" launch vehicle 9 Block 5 ”was launched 25 US spacecraft "Starlink Group 17-19". Satellites "Starlink v2" – these are larger and more powerful communication satellites of SpaceX. They weigh approx 750 kg and have a design with two solar panels to enlarge […]

27 January 2026 the European Commissioner for Defense and Space reported, that the European Union's new government satellite communications program GOVSATCOM launched last week. The program is designed to provide secure communication capabilities for the EU and its member states and plans to expand to 2027 year. GOVSATCOM is a kind of "marketplace" of government capacities from five resource providers, which currently […]

26 January 2026 Oman signed the Artemis Accords during the Middle East Space Conference in Muscat and became the 61st participating country. For reference: Artemis Accords are international agreements, initiated by NASA in 2020 year, establishing the principles of civilian exploration and use of the Moon, Mars and other celestial bodies for peaceful purposes. They are based on the Outer Space Treaty 1967 year […]

28 January 2026 year Fr. 04:53 (UTC) from Cape Canaveral, Florida, US with the help of a rocket launcher “Falcon 9 Block 5" launched the GPS III SV09 navigational vehicle of the US Air Force. «GPS III SV09» – it is the ninth of the group's ten satellites. GPS-3 (Global Positioning System) Abo Navstar-3 (Nastar-3 (Navigation System using Timing And Ranging)) is the first stage […]

The U.S. Space Force is nearing its first contractor selection for the next-generation geostationary surveillance program, which can change the way, from which the Pentagon buys some of its most sensitive satellites. The service plans to select satellite manufacturers for the "Geostationary reconnaissance and surveillance" program (RG-XX) in March 2026 year. The program involves the construction of a new constellation of reconnaissance satellites using commercial proposals. […]

The aerospace company Blue Origin announced the third mission using the New Glenn rocket. The New Glenn rocket is a heavy launch vehicle with a multiple first stage. Her first flight took place in January 2025 year, within which the rocket successfully reached orbit, however, Blue Origin engineers failed to land her degree the first time. The second launch of New Glenn took place in […]

The launch date of NASA's mission to the Moon is determined by orbital mechanics and the relative position of celestial bodies, which allows you to take advantage of the moon's gravity, to then return the ship with the astronauts to Earth without using its main engine (it reduces the risks for the expedition). The nearest launch windows for the Artemis II lunar mission will be open from 6 by 8 and with 10 […]