Nuriho 5th will be launched 7 October

Korea Aerospace Exploration Agency (FAIL) officially approved 7 October 2026 as the date of the fifth launch of the fully domestically produced Nuri launch vehicle (KSLV-II). This decision was announced following the results of the first meeting of the launch management committee in Sacheon. Key details of Nuri's fifth mission (Nuriho) Launch time and place: The launch is scheduled from the Naro Space Center in the time window between […]

NASA and SpaceX postponed the launch of Crew-13

NASA and SpaceX officially postpone the launch of the Crew-13 manned mission to the International Space Station due to the discovery of an oxidizer leak in the propulsion system of the Crew Dragon spacecraft. The technical malfunction was recorded during the standard pre-launch inspection and maintenance of the capsule. Details of incident and transfer Reason for delay: A leak of nitrogen tetroxide was detected in the propulsion system of the Dragon ship (NTO) – highly toxic and aggressive […]

Informational guide on the launch of the "Pallas-1" launch vehicle

01 September 2026 year Fr. 02:00 (UTC) From Juzuan Cosmond, China The Chinese company Galactic Energy conducted a demonstration launch of its new reusable rocket "Pallas-1". "Pallas-1" is a two-stage launch vehicle on liquid oxygen-kerosene fuel, developed by Galactic Energy to launch large satellites and deploy satellite arrays. Its starting mass is about 283 T, height — 49,6 city, body diameter […]

Australia's first science team, headed for Novespace flight in zero gravity, started a campaign

Australia's first-ever science team has officially launched its research campaign ahead of a series of zero-gravity flights. About this 27 August 2026 the University of Western Australia reported (UWA). The mission is implemented within the historic agreement between the French company Novespace, by the UWA Space Research Center and the French National Center for Space Research (CNES). The essence and scope of the experiment The main goal: […]

Finland's ICEYE strengthens flood forecasting

The Finnish aerospace company ICEYE has announced a strategic partnership with the American Institute of Water Resources (The Water Institute). As part of this cooperation, ICEYE integrates an advanced flood forecasting system into its services “FloodID”. A note on context: Institute of Water Resources (The Water Institute) is an independent non-commercial research organization, created in the state of Louisiana (USA), and should not be confused with […]

Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Launch Fact Sheet

30 August 2026 year Fr. 11:25 (UTC) from the Space Center named after. Kennedy, Florida, USA, the "Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope" was launched using the "Falcon Heavy" launch vehicle. «Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope» – a new generation space telescope developed by NASA, intended primarily for dark energy research, dark matter and exoplanets, as well as the evolution of galaxies, black […]

The Chinese RN Lijian-2 is preparing for the second launch from 18 satellites

CAS Space companies have officially confirmed readiness for the second mission. The launch vehicle has already successfully passed all factory checks and technical inspections. Its launch with a group of 18 satellites are planned for October 2026 year. This flight (the Lijian-2 Y2 mission) will be a major milestone for Beijing in deploying large-scale low-orbit communications satellite constellations, in particular the mega-constellation "Qianfan" (Qianfan / Thousand Sails). […]

Galactic Energy is ready for the first attempt at the orbital launch of its RN

Private Chinese space company Galactic Energy crossed the finish line ahead of the debut orbital launch of its first two-stage liquid-fueled rocket Pallas-1 (Pallas-1). The official target launch date for this demonstration mission (Demo Flight) defined 1 September 2026 year. The rocket and all the necessary ground infrastructure are already fully ready for flight: Launch location: The start will take place from a new one, […]

Information reference on the launch of the "MTG-I2" spacecraft

27 August 2026 year Fr. 20:10 (UTC) from the Guyana Space Center, French Guiana, the "MTG" satellite was launched into geostationary orbit using the "Ariane 62" launch vehicle- I2» «MTG- I2» (Meteosat Third Generation) is the second satellite of the new Meteosat generation, orbiting geostationary. Expected, that the satellite will provide high efficiency in forecasting dangerous weather phenomena and monitoring […]

Information notice on the launch of the Starlink Group 15-22 spacecraft

26 August 2026 year Fr. 09:35 (UTC) from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, USA, with the help of the "Falcon" launch vehicle 9 Block 5 ”was launched 27 US spacecraft "Starlink Group 15-22". 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 […]

Firefly Aerospace has been awarded the contract for the Elytra deorbit mission for the Defense Innovation Division

Aerospace company Firefly Aerospace has signed a new contract with the US Defense Innovation Division (GOD) and the Space Development Agency (SDA) to develop a mission for disposal and de-orbiting of satellites. Within the framework of this agreement, the company will perform a preliminary analysis of the project (Preliminary Design Review – PDR) of the specialized mission of disposing of space vehicles, who have served their term. The basis for this mission […]

SpaceX will develop a Starship launch pad in Louisiana

SpaceX will build a massive Starbase Louisiana rocket complex on the southern coast of Louisiana. Project worth 100 billion dollars is designed to support thousands of annual launches of the Starship superheavy space system. According to the founder of the company, Elon Musk, this facility will be the largest launch pad on Earth. Location: Vermilion County, Pecan Island coastal area (Gulf of Mexico). Area of ​​the complex: Over 50 […]

Lux Aeterna presents the Pentagon's reusable satellites

Denver-based space startup Lux Aeterna has officially presented the concept of its fully reusable satellites to the Pentagon. The company offers the American military a revolutionary paradigm shift: instead of, to allow the satellites to burn up in the atmosphere after the mission is complete, they are offered to be safely returned to Earth for reuse, maintenance or modernization. Military satellites often carry extremely expensive items on board, declassification […]

Information notice on the launch of the Starlink Group 10-49 spacecraft

25 August 2026 year Fr. 09:33 (UTC) from Cape Canaveral, Florida, USA, with the help of the "Falcon" launch vehicle 9 Block 5 ”was launched 29 US spacecraft "Starlink Group 10-49". 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 increase the number […]

Informational reference regarding the launch of the "Zhongke" spacecraft 14-15 (AIRSAT)» and others

25 August 2026 year Fr. 03:21 (UTC) from the Taiyuan Launch Center, China, launch was carried out using the "Long March 6C" launch vehicle 7 KA of various purposes. SC "Zhongke Satellite-14 and Zhongke Satellite-15" – two Chinese Earth remote sensing satellites, developed by Zhongke Satellite Technology Group within the AIRSAT commercial group. The main purpose of the devices – radar station of […]

Esri Augments World Imagery with High-Resolution Airbus Base Map for 2000 bridge around the world

US-based Esri is significantly expanding the coverage of its World Imagery satellite imagery basemap thanks to a major new deal with aerospace giant Airbus. This partnership was officially announced at the annual Esri User Conference 2026. Starting with the second half 2026 year, users of the ArcGIS platform will have access to ultra-clear updated maps of urban areas around the world. Scale: […]

India outsources missile production to the private sector: ISRO will focus on science

India has announced a major overhaul of its space program, by transferring the production and commercial maintenance of launch vehicles to the private sector. Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) will no longer spend energy on the serial construction of missiles. Instead, the government agency will focus entirely on deep space exploration, scientific discoveries and creation of advanced technologies. This decision is part of India's new Space Policy (Indian Space Policy), […]

Happy Independence Day of Ukraine!

This holiday unites us all around the highest values ​​- freedom, independence, dignity and love for the native land. 24 on August we celebrate an important event in the history of our state - the day, which became a symbol of Ukraine's independence, her indomitability and desire for a free and peaceful future.

Rocket Lab is testing connectivity to the Space Force data network in orbit 2027 year

Rocket Lab plans to use the Photon spacecraft for an orbital demonstration of the Space Data Network (SDN) of the US Space Force 2027 year. For reference: SDN is a military communications architecture for transferring large amounts of data between satellites, as well as between space and Earth. In May, SpaceX signed a contract for 2,29 billion dollars for the construction of the basic SDN-B network — […]

Firefly Aerospace will launch the Zeno Power radioisotope heating unit on the lunar lander

Firefly Aerospace is integrating the Zeno Power payload into the Blue Ghost lunar lander, the launch of which is scheduled for 2028 year. The payload is a self-contained "Survival at Night" package («Survive-the-Night»), designed to demonstrate work during a moonlit night. The package contains a radioisotope heating unit (RHU) based on americium-241 capacity 5 Watts of thermal energy. This heat will support the working […]