Participants will receive theoretical and hands-on training in electron imaging and X-ray spectroscopy for application to planetary samples. This training opportunity is targeted at approximately 5 participants and will focus on increasing the availability of these skills for planetary research. Electron microbeam imaging and analysis are now standard and crucial […]
NASA craft surpasses another full year in space today, having launched Aug 12, 2018; probe came within ~6.16M km of the Sun on Dec 24, 2024 which is ~7 times closer than any prior spacecraft, traveling faster than any other human-made object at ~692,000 km/hr.
Includes presentation of the Neil Armstrong Award of Excellence, activities for the new class of Astronaut Scholars, 2-day Technical Conference where Scholars present their research, Professional Expo, and Innovators Reception, Gala & After-Party. At Omni Houston Hotel, 4 Riverway.
NASA astrophysics 9-month mission to gather ultraviolet light information for understanding origins of stars / planets / life.
Unknown payload expected to launch on Long March 12, a is medium-lift vehicle that uses propellant of kerosene and liquid oxygen, able to place 10,000kg in LEO and 6,000kg in SSO.
Key themes include: Characterizing exoplanet-host solar-like stars; Star-planet interactions; Planet populations around solar-like stars. At University of Liège.
India orbiter surpasses another full year in lunar polar orbit since reaching the Moon in 2019; Chandrayaan-2 lander and rover were unsuccessful in lunar landing.
TAPS aims to strengthen interactions within the Texas planetary-exoplanet science and astrobiology community and foster collaborations and partnerships between industry, institutions and researchers. We encourage Texas-based researchers, faculty, postdocs, and students interested in planetary science, astrobiology, and exoplanet research, as well as space industry partners interested in research-enabling collaboration, to […]
Chandrayaan-3 Vikram lander and Pragyan rover celebrated today after successfully landing on Moon in 2023; marking India as the 4th country to land on Moon, and 1st near the Moon South Pole.
40th Annual Small Satellite Conference expects ~5,000 attendees, will spotlight technologies driving constellation success and celebrate thousands of people whose vision and collaboration have propelled the industry forward over the past four decades. Student discount on registration fee; winners of student competition receive up to US$10,000.
Launch estimated 08:00 local time -- CNSA to launch Chang'e-7 mission which is planned to land at Moon South Pole to survey environment and resources with Relay Satellite, Orbiter, Lander (Rashid-2 from UAE), Rover, Mini-Flying Probe; lander has national science payloads as well as 6 international instruments integrated from Egypt, […]
Oslo Spaceport Norway offers monthly a knowledgeable speaker and opportunity for networking, 17:00-20:00 local time; free entry but registration required. Ground Control is for everyone who's curious about what's happening in space and why it matters. Whether you work in the sector or have never thought about it before — […]
Enabling autonomous, reliable and energy efficient space systems. Following the success of the previous conferences, this third edition will focus on the rapidly evolving role of Artificial Intelligence in enabling autonomous, reliable, and energy-efficient space systems.
With 93% of the Moon falling into Earth's umbral shadow, maximum eclipse 18:19 HST // 04:12 UTC on August 28, visible from the Americas, Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia.
The 3rd of EUMETSAT's third generation of weather satellite, MTG-I2, to launch to Geostationary Transfer Orbit
NASA spacecraft surpasses another full year in space today, launched 2012; adding to the understanding of Earth radiation belt environment and its variability.
Roman will be >12.7 meters long – about the length of a semi-truck trailer – and >4.4 meters wide when fully deployed. Its primary mirror is 2.4 meters in diameter, which is the same size as the Hubble Space Telescope's primary mirror. It will have sensitivity and resolution comparable to […]
Launch to SSO for 3rd satellite in the Sentinel-3 constellation for optical, radar and altimetry data and for Fluorescence Explorer ("FLEX") of ESA Earth Explorer program to map vegetation fluorescence as a way to quantify photosynthetic activity.
Japan's X-Ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission (XRISM), studying galactic plasma, surpasses another full year in space today at ~550-km LEO, having launched 2023.
A major European meeting on planetary science. Originally known as the European Planetary Science Congress, the first EPSC was held in Berlin in 2006. EPSC is the main dissemination platform for the European planetary science community and is the annual meeting of Europlanet. EPSC meetings cover the entire scope of […]
At Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC); Chair is Saeed Al Mansoori of MBRSC; Co-Chair is Gerard Galet of CNES (Centre National d'Études Spatiales) French space agency. No cost to attend.
Resupply mission to ISS set for 21:10 UTC+5 | 16:10 UTC | 06:10 HST is 15:40.
Industry tour of Denver space companies Friday 08:30-12:00; Astronauts Eileen Collins and Scott Kelly present at the Saturday event, 17:00-20:30. At Inverness Denver Hilton Golf & Spa Resort. Benefits the scholarship fund.
Inaugural event to convene researchers, policymakers and practitioners to advance understanding of self-sufficient structures in extreme environments, including the Moon. Begins September 11 at 19:00 CEST (UTC+2) and ends September 13 at 23:00 CEST (UTC+2). ISRUtech Sweden AB, Kauppila 41, 952 96 Lappträsk info (at) isru.tech Moonbase Lappträsk / ISRU.tech is […]
The conference will again be virtual, and will be held at times to accommodate attendees worldwide on at least one of the two days.
Campbell was first appointed in September 2020. She was reappointed for an additional year, 14 Sep 2025 - 14 Sep 2026. It is rare that a President of the Canadian Space Agency serves longer than a one-year term, and Campbell becomes only the third to complete a full five-year term. Past […]
In conjunction with The Space Innovation Summit (September 16) and the Space Defense & Security Summit (September 15-16). The summit consists of the Summit for Satellite Financing and the Summit on Earth Observation
In preparation for its decommissioning, United Kingdom Infrared Telescope (UKIRT) atop Mauna Kea will stop science operations today, with removal to be completed by 20230.
Held in conjunction with the Space Innovation Summit and World Space Business Week.
At Cleveland State University; Topics to be discussed include Exploration Architecture, Artemis program, Space Traffic Management, Space Nuclear Power, Navigation and Communications and more!
Planning for 2.5 days of hybrid oral sessions and an in-person poster session. There will be no registration fee. Some travel support will be available to students and early careers, albeit more limited than recent years.
27th year of this top scientific conference in the USA devoted to Space Domain Awareness (SDA) and Space Situational Awareness (SSA) expects 1,000+ in-person attendees and 200+ participating online, representing 25+ countries. The event brings together policymakers and experts from the private sector, academia, the military and government agencies. At […]
Ohio Space Week celebrates the state’s deep-rooted contributions to the aeronautics and space industries, highlighting the people, institutions, and businesses that continue to shape the future of flight and exploration. Throughout the week, events will showcase how space technology impacts everything from national security to transportation and scientific discovery. Students, […]
Global Experts Group on Sustainable Lunar Activities continues discussions on ongoing workstreams and priorities related to the sustainable exploration and use of the Moon, with focus on expert dialogue, coordination, and long-term strategic planning for responsible lunar activities. 16th Operational Meeting: December 16, 2026
Oslo Spaceport Norway offers monthly a knowledgeable speaker and opportunity for networking, 17:00-20:00 local time; free entry but registration required. Ground Control is for everyone who's curious about what's happening in space and why it matters. Whether you work in the sector or have never thought about it before — […]
In conjunction with Novaspace’s World Space Business Week and Space Defense & Security Summit at the Hôtel du Collectionneur. Building on the success of its first edition, the Space Innovation Summit (SPIN) returns to Paris to bring together the most influential voices shaping space innovation for a full day of […]
Join observers around the world in learning about lunar science and exploration (and sharing your own Moon work!), making celestial observations, and honoring cultural and personal connections to the Moon. 1.3M+ people in 127+ countries and all 7 continents participate. You can participate in International Observe the Moon Night from […]
NASA Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution (MAVEN) spacecraft reaches 12 years of operations in Mars orbit after insertion on this day 2014; continuing to study upper atmosphere.
Highlighting the role of Texas in the commercial space economy, innovators, investors, contractors and NASA reps will participate in immersive exhibits including lunar bases, launch systems, and more. 2,000+ attendees expected. 150,000+ Texans are employed in space organizations there, and the Texas Space Commission has awarded US$126M+ to advance space […]
14:02 HST (04:02 UTC); the Sun rises exactly in east traveling through sky for 12 hours, sets exactly in west; every place on Earth experiences a ~12-hour day.
“The world’s first conference dedicated to advancing human-computer interaction in space exploration." Space exploration is at the dawn of a new era. Major reductions in launch costs and the rise of the private space industry are rapidly democratizing access to space. Once the exclusive domain of a few large government agencies, […]
ESA Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE) expected to perform its second flyby of Earth this month, arriving at Jupiter in 2031.
Observed today is 1st planetary defense / asteroid deflection test success: NASA DART crashed into minor-planet moon Dimorphos of asteroid Didymos on this day in 2022, shortening Dimorphos’ orbital period.
16:49 UTC (06:49 HST).
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) first dedicated multi-wavelength space observatory surpasses another full year in space today, launched 2015.
Includes Moon Village Association Symposium on Sep 28. Invites governments, critical infrastructure operators, global technology companies, research institutions, investors and ecosystem builders to align strategy, readiness, and adoption around quantum technologies and their enabling frontiers. At Grand Hyatt Dubai Conference and Exhibition Centre, Riyadh Street, Umm Hurair 1. Online option […]
At International Centre for Interdisciplinary Science Education (ICISE), Quy Nhon, Vietnam, for target audience Early MSc/PhD students and senior undergraduates in Astronomy, especially from the Asia-Pacific region
"Redefining Ground" is this year's theme for conference dedicated to the satellite ground segment, with 50+ speakers and attendees from around the world. At Park Plaza Victoria London Hotel, 239 Vauxhall Bridge Rd, Pimlico.
Firefly Aerospace second lunar lander mission under $112M NASA CLPS to land on lunar far side with NASA payloads (RadPC, LuSEE-Night telescope, JPL User Terminal (UT), Australia’s Seismic Payload for Interplanetary Discovery, Exploration, and Research (SPIDER) by Fleet Space Technologies) and commercial payloads; will deploy to lunar orbit ESA Lunar […]
Under US$77.5M NASA CLPS contract, IM 3rd Nova-C Trinity lander, to Reiner Gamma ‘lunar swirl’ 7.5°N, 59.0°W with 4 NASA payloads: Lunar Vertex, CADRE, MoonLIGHT retroreflector, LUSEM; various private payloads.
Celebrating international contributions of space science for betterment of the human condition; Oct 4 is 68th observation of 1st Space mission Sputnik One launched by Soviet Union 1957; Oct 10 is 58th observation of Outer Space Treaty going into effect 1967.
At Dubai Exhibition Center (DEC), Expo City. Co-located with CabSat. Expecting 8,000+ attendees from 70+ countries. Focus on Emerging Market in Middle East, South Asia and Africa. Features Startup Zone and Matchmaking Programme. No charge for Visitor Pass.
At Nest Congress & Exhibition Center -- Belek Mahallesi, 07506 Serik, expecting 6,000+ participants; introduction-and-invitation short video at https://iac2026.org/iac-2026
19:00-20:30 UT; Special Edition – World Space Week JOIN the BIS Space Rendezvous – Monthly Online Social EVERY second Thursday 19:00 – 20:30 GMT on Zoom Our monthly online social is open to anybody who is serious about space! This is a forum for open discussion and ideas, and the […]
Explore JPL (the JPL open house) returns to Pasadena for its 90th anniversary. The free event grants a behind-the-scenes look at mission control and spacecraft assembly bays. Free timed-entry tickets are required and are highly competitive. Registration opens at 9:00 a.m. PDT on Saturday, August 29.
A conference focus will be tools and platforms for bio-manufacturing in LEO. Confirmed speakers include Chief Scientific Officer of International Space Station National Laboratory Michael Roberts, and ISS Deputy Chief Scientist Liz Warren of NASA. At Hotel Nikko Narita, located at Tokyo-Narita Airport.
The SPCD international Symposium is the premier technical conference dedicated to Passive components for space applications. It is an exceptional venue to learn more about the latest advances in this field and meet recognized experts from industry, academia and agencies.
First solar observatory for China known as CHASE or Xihe / 羲和 surpasses another full year in space since launching on this day via Long March 2D in 2021.
NASA craft reaches 5 full years in space during planned 12-year mission to encounter 11 different asteroids.
For observation, appreciation, understanding of the Moon / its connection to planetary science / exploration; 1st quarter Moon is best time due to shallow angle of sunlight that illuminates details.
Detecting some of the most energetic radiation in space, ESA, NASA, Roscosmos spacecraft surpasses another year of operations in space, despite loss of its thrusters; launched 2002, expected to run out of fuel early 2020s and fall to Earth Feb 2029.
Celebration of science, art, music, exploration and the responsibility we share for the future of our species and our planet. Expected are Astronauts, Nobel laureates, pioneering scientists and world-renowned artists for a gathering of global thinkers. The 10th Starmus Stephen Hawking Medal will be awarded, as well as the first […]
STEM event to inspire students with hands-on activities and displays featuring rocketry, satellites, astronomy, meteorites, robotics and more. At University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2025/11/04/lacy-veach-day-2025/
European Space Agency (ESA) and Roscosmos spacecraft surpasses another full year at Mars, launched 2016; craft continues collecting data on atmosphere, deployed Schiaparelli demonstration lander 19 Oct 2016 (unsuccessful).
NASA spacecraft mapping boundary between the Solar System and interstellar space surpasses another full year in space; launched on this day 2008.
Final-year-Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students from across the world, enrolled in space-related programmes, are invited to test their skills against real-world challenges issued by Luxembourg industry leaders. This intensive two-day event offers a unique chance to work on use-cases currently faced within the sector while collaborating with peers from different […]
Annual event inviting STEAM professionals and Maunakea Observatories staff to participate in 200+ Hawai'i classroom visits, career panels, and community events.
European Space Agency / JAXA Mercury Planetary Orbiter (MPO) and Mercury Magnetospheric Orbiter (dubbed Mio ‘waterway or fairway’) surpasses another full year in space today, launched 2018; expected to reach Mercury polar orbit in Nov 2026 to map planet, investigate magnetosphere.
Navigating Emerging Opportunities: a conference to explore space market trends, emerging technologies, geopolitical dynamics, new companies and the next generation of talent. Designed as a highly interactive and commercially driven event, NeoSpace Europe puts networking, collaboration and business development at the centre of the experience. Hosted in Luxembourg — a […]
Guided by an Advisory Board of leaders from SSPI, Axiom Space, Black Sky, Fidelity, Counco on Foreign Relations, Lockheed Martin, Empire Space, US Space Force; a US $1 Trillion market is emerging — fast. Its leaders will be the ones who move now. Up/Link is where the people who shape […]
The 14th IAASS Conference, “Together for a Safe Space Frontier”, invites reflection and the exchange of knowledge on critical space safety topics that demand international collaboration. The conference serves as a forum to build mutual understanding, trust, and the broadest possible cooperation in the peaceful, responsible, and shared use of […]
The 193rd meeting of the Space Studies Board will be held October 20-21, the meeting of the Board on Physics and Astronomy will be held October 21-22. October 21 will be a joint session.
Appearing in constellation Orion, Orionids are a Class I shower providing up to 20 per hour, swiftly moving ~66km/sec. With activity spanning October 2 - November 12, other nights might provide good viewing since Moon on the peak night is 80% full.
Bringing together leading researchers, engineers, and industry experts at the intersection of artificial intelligence and space exploration. As AI continues to transform the way we design, operate, and understand space missions, SPAICE offers a unique forum to exchange ideas, showcase breakthroughs, and shape the future of intelligent space systems.
NASA spacecraft surpasses another full year in orbit around Mars today, holds record for longest-surviving continually active spacecraft in orbit around a planet other than Earth; launched 2001.
18:12 HST // 04:12 UTC on Oct 26.
Change clocks back 1 hour, from Summer Time to Standard Time.
At the Spokane Convention Center. The meeting will have a broad scope, with a wide-ranging program of science and workforce topics, and celebrating planetary exploration and mission anniversaries.
NASA craft imaging Sun and solar phenomena surpasses another full year in space today; launched 2006.
Convene, connect, and collaborate at the 19th annual von Braun Space Exploration Symposium! This year’s event will spotlight how bold ideas, emerging technologies, and new partnerships are igniting innovation across the space enterprise.
Themes include: Space & the Arctic; Space & AI; Space & International Collaboration. There is a Student Session, a Technical Session, a Frontier Session, and a focus on Investment & VC: Space Investment & Capital Access. Norwegian Space Agency is a Sponsor. Space-based situational awareness is critical, and space demands […]
Oslo Spaceport Norway offers monthly a knowledgeable speaker and opportunity for networking, 17:00-20:00 local time; free entry but registration required. Ground Control is for everyone who's curious about what's happening in space and why it matters. Whether you work in the sector or have never thought about it before — […]
Mars launch window runs Late Oct through Dec 2026 for first Mars mission of JAXA, consisting of sample return probe; to conduct observations of Mars, Phobos and Deimos, collect Phobos sample, return to Earth. https://www.thespacereview.com/article/5230/1
Astrobotic Griffin to attempt Nobile Crater / Moon South Pole landing with Astrolab FLEX Lunar Innovation Platform (FLIP) rover; originally slated to carry with NASA Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover (VIPER).
Nov or Dec - CNSA CE-7 mission planned to land at Shackleton Crater Ridge near Moon South Pole region to survey environment and resources with Relay Satellite, Orbiter, Lander (Rashid-2 from UAE), Rover, Mini-Flying Probe; lander has national science payloads as well as 6 international instruments integrated: from Egypt, Bahrain, […]
NET Nov — ESA / JAXA Mercury Planetary Orbiter (MPO) and Mercury Magnetospheric Orbiter (MMO) expected to reach Mercury, achieve polar orbit and spacecraft separation; will map planet, investigate magnetosphere.
NET Nov - The 10th edition offers a unique opportunity to celebrate the evolution of the Moon Village concept and set the stage for the future of lunar exploration.
Date and location to be announced.
Venue / exact date for Hainan, China -- TBC (to be confirmed); As the only professional association for astronauts, ASE supports the advancement of space exploration by providing opportunities for communication among space professionals at the international level. The Association has worked closely with other international professional space organizations to expand […]
Today marks another full year of continuous Human occupation of ISS; first component Zarya launched Nov 20, 1998, occupation began Nov 2, 2000.
Change clocks back 1 hour from Daylight Saving to Standard Time; does not include Hawai’i, Arizona (except the Navajo Nation), American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico or U.S. Virgin Islands.
Coordinating Division Division C Education, Outreach and Heritage The IAU Symposium on Innovative Research and Techniques in Astronomy Communication will take place from November 2 to 6, 2026, at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan in Mitaka, Tokyo. The groundbreaking hybrid event will unite experts from astronomy and science communication, […]
ESWW is the main annual event in the European Space Weather and Space Climate calendar. It is an international meeting organised annually within the European Region in collaboration with prominent members of the European space weather and space climate community. It began as a forum for the European Space Weather […]
IAU Symposium: IAUS409 - A Journey Towards Effective Astronomy Communication; online and at National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, 2-21-2 Osawa Mitaka, Tokyo. Topics include: Innovations in Data Visualization Techniques Leveraging Emerging Technologies for Communication Making Astronomy Relevant Communicating Astronomy with Funders and Policymakers
At the National Museum of the Republic, the first SWF Summit in Latin America.
Expecting senior government and executives from NASA, Firefly, Blue Origin to discuss innovation, competitive advantages and a "space industrial revolution in LEO". Capped at 250 participants. At Marriott at the Metro Center.
NASA 12-U CubeSat Capstone acting as a pathfinder for planned International Lunar Gateway surpasses another year around Moon today; launched in 2022.
Major international forum in space hardware environmental testing for research and development and qualification. It provides a unique opportunity for engineers, technicians and scientists from industry, government and academia to present and exchange information and ideas on simulating the space environment to develop and test space mission hardware.
Leading event in Europe for space engineering, innovation, and the end-to-end supply chain.
NASA interstellar craft set to reach 16.1 billion miles today, marking one full light-day of communication delays. Craft is operating with only 2 science instruments.
At the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran. This event represents one of Southeast Asia’s most significant aerospace gatherings, connecting industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and investors from around the world. Consequently, it provides an unmatched platform for showcasing cutting-edge aerospace technologies, exploring market trends, and building strategic partnerships.
Observing gamma-ray bursts & their afterglows in gamma-ray, X-ray, ultraviolet, optical wavelengths from LEO, multiwavelength craft surpasses another year of operations in space today, launched in 2004.
acquisition of the Chang’e-5 samples from the Procellarum KREEP Terrance, the Chang’e-6 samples from the South Pole Aitken basin, and the recent opening of NASA’s Apollo samples in the Apollo Next Generation Sample Analysis program bring a new era of lunar science that is likely to solve the most significant […]
Coordinating Division Division E Sun and Heliosphere
Coordinating Division Division J Galaxies and Cosmology
Coordinating Division Division H Interstellar Matter and Local Universe
14:54 UTC (04:54 HST).
GNOSIS promotes, coordinates and develops collaboration across the academic, defence, industrial and political sectors to understand and solve problems relating to the sustainable use of Space.
Oslo Spaceport Norway offers monthly a knowledgeable speaker and opportunity for networking, 17:00-20:00 local time; free entry but registration required. Ground Control is for everyone who's curious about what's happening in space and why it matters. Whether you work in the sector or have never thought about it before — […]
Held every 3 years, targeted to professional astronomers, postdocs, postgraduate and undergraduate students pursuing a research career in Astronomy. As previous editions of this meeting, XVIII LARIM will provide a forum for scientific discussion and will promote new collaborations among Latin American astronomers. At Cancun Center, Boulevard Kukulcan Km. 9, […]
Addition of a display and market area to the annual gathering that culminates in the Space Cowboy Ball charity event accompanies presentations on everything about space, including medicine, architecture and design, art and media, energy, policy and much more, by leaders in the field.
European Space Agency (ESA) / National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) craft studying sun, surpasses another full year of operations in space today, launched 1995; discovered more than 3,000 comets.
Hosted by The Venetian Institute of Sciences, Letters and Arts in association with The Interstellar Research Group, the world’s experts in exoplanet research, advanced space propulsion, power, life support, communications, and more will gather to share their findings and propose innovative solutions to enable our future journeys to planets circling […]
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) Hayabusa surpasses another full year in space today; launched Dec 3, 2014, returned samples to Earth in 2020, and now in extended mission to flyby asteroid 98943 Torifune in 2026 and rendezvous with 1998 KY26 in 2031.
Research papers are presented in a formal technical meeting atmosphere, and ideas are exchanged and programs discussed. Cash prizes given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place papers in each category. At University of Adelaide Student Branch and online.
The largest gathering of Earth and space scientists, convening 20,000+ attendees from 100+ countries to share research, connect, collaborate, and inspire one another. Session, town hall and scientific workshops. At Moscone Center, 747 Howard Street. Save the date for future Annual Meetings: December 13-17, 2027 | Washington, D.C. December […]
Oslo Spaceport Norway offers monthly a knowledgeable speaker and opportunity for networking, 17:00-20:00 local time; free entry but registration required. Ground Control is for everyone who's curious about what's happening in space and why it matters. Whether you work in the sector or have never thought about it before — […]
European Space Agency (ESA) craft in Very Eccentric Elliptical LEO studying X-ray emissions, star-forming regions, galaxy clusters, environment of supermassive black holes, mapping dark matter, surpasses next full year in space today, launched 1999.
China National Space Administration (CNSA) spacecraft at Guang Han Gong "Moon Palace", Sinus Iridum / Mare Imbrium, 44.12°N 19.51°W, surpasses another full year on Moon surface, landed 2013.
NASA Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer spacecraft (redubbed Near-Earth Object WISE – NEOWISE) surpasses another full year in space today; launched 2009, went into hibernation February 17, 2011 and reactivated August 21, 2013.
Surpassing 4th full year / entering 5th year in lunar orbit, Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) first lunar spacecraft Danuri launched in Aug 2022 and reached Moon in Dec 2022.
Global Experts Group on Sustainable Lunar Activities continues discussions on ongoing workstreams and priorities related to the sustainable exploration and use of the Moon, with focus on expert dialogue, coordination, and long-term strategic planning for responsible lunar activities.
ESA spacecraft surpasses another full year in space today; now in extended mission phase working to map more than 1 billion stars; launched in 2013.
10:49 HST (00:49 UTC); the Sun reaches the point where it is farthest South of the celestial equator, marking the shortest day and longest night of the year (opposite in Southern Hemisphere).
25:29 HST // 01:29 UTC on Dec 24.
ESA spacecraft surpasses next full year in Mars orbit today; will continue to study Mars atmosphere & climate, planet structure, mineralogy, geology, and to search for traces of water; launched June 2, 2003 and arrived at Mars in Dec 2003.
NASA (STSci) / ESA / CSA-ASC infrared astronomy telescope surpasses next full year in space since launching on this day via Ariane 5 ECA rocket in 2021.
"Indefinitely delayed" mission unlikely to launch this year. First launch of the Starliner crew vehicle to the International Space Station carrying only cargo for the orbital laboratory; will allow in-flight validation of the system upgrades implemented following the Crew Flight Test mission of 2024.
Independent mission to Venus developed by Rocket Lab and MIT, NZSA Venus Mission is a small direct Venus entry probe with a single 1 kg low-mass, low-cost autofluorescing nephelometer riding on a satellite bus based on the Photon Upper stage of the Electron rocket. The probe mission will spend approximately 5 […]
NET Q1 2027 — First commercial space station, built by Vast Space, planned for insertion into LEO.
ESA plans to launch Ariane 6-2 with PLAnetary Transits and Oscillations of stars (PLATO) spacecraft with array of 26 cameras to Sun-Earth L2 Lagrange Point to look for signs of planets in habitable zones of stars.
SpaceX to launch Falcon 9 with APEX 1.0 Lunar Lander Mission 1. Lunar lander built by ispace, Draper (mission lead) and Karman Space & Defense under $73M NASA CLPS to land near Schrödinger Basin, Moon South Pole region with NASA payloads (two seismometers, a drill, a probe, a magnetic sounder, LuSEE-Light […]
NET 2027 — ISRO to launch its Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM3) with Chandrayaan-4 lunar lander from Satish Dhawan Space Center, Sriharikota, India: Planned launch of Chandrayaan-4 mission for Moon landing and sample return up to 3 kg (6.6 lb) from near Statio Shiv Shakti.
NET 2027 — CNSA to launch Long March 5 with Xuntian space telescope from Wenchang Space Launch Center, Hainan Island, China (19° N), China: Launch of Xuntian (Space Sentinel / Chinese Space Station Telescope ‘Touring the Heavens’) to LEO; will co-orbit with Tiangong Space Station, allowing it to dock periodically; 2-meter […]
NET 2027 — Roscosmos State Corporation, Launch Luna-26, Vostochny Cosmodrome, Russia: Roscosmos hopes to launch the Luna-Resurs O (Luna-Resurs Orbiter) to Moon polar orbit with 14 instruments for 1 year at 60-80 km altitude for lunar mapping.
First crewed test flight to an orbit of 400 km of the Gaganyaan programme, with launch planned for NET Q1 2027.
Spacecraft reach 8 full years / enter 9th year on Moon far side, landed 2019 -the first farside landing ever.
At Salt Palace Convention Center.
AIAA SciTech Forum—the premier aerospace R&D event of the year exploring the science, technologies, and capabilities that are transforming aerospace. Expecting 6,000+ attendees from 46+ countries. At Hyatt Regency Orlando.
Third annual observation of JAXA lunar landing Moon near side equatorial region in 2024 and Japan becoming 5th country to successfully land on Moon.
Increasing space awareness and education, remembrances and events honor three Apollo 1 crew members lost in 1967 during a launch pad test: Command Pilot Virgil “Gus” Grissom, Senior Pilot Edward H. White and Pilot Roger B. Chaffee.
Educational and ceremonial events held worldwide to advance space technology / education and honor 7 crew members killed in Shuttle accident 28 January 1986: Commander Francis R. “Dick” Scobee, Pilot Michael J. Smith, Astronaut Christa McAuliffe (the 1st ‘Teacher in Space’), Mission Specialists Ellison S. Onizuka, Judith A. Resnick and […]
American Artemis Return to the Moon For Good is underway, Mars attention and planning advancing, Outer Solar System search for life ongoing, and Interstellar craft on outgoing trajectories while first USA satellite launch on this day in 1958 ‘Explorer 1’ is celebrated and remembered.
Annual international conferences and events take place to further space exploration efforts in remembrance of Columbia 7 loss in 2003: Commander Richard D. Husband, Mission Specialist Laurel Clark, Payload Specialist Ilan Ramon (the ‘1st Israeli astronaut’) and Astronauts: William C. McCool, Michael P. Anderson, David M. Brown and Kalpana Chawla […]
Annual event inviting STEAM professionals and Maunakea Observatories staff to participate in 200+ Hawai'i classroom visits, career panels, and community events.
Lunar New Year 2027 Spring Festival marks the Year of the Goat.
UAE Hope Orbiter, studying Mars atmosphere and climate, reaches 6 full years in Mars orbit today; launched July 19, 2020 on JAXA H2A rocket, arrived at Mars on this day 2021.
China Tianwen-1 orbiter reaches 6 full years of operations in Mars orbit; Lander & Rover touched down ~3 months after this date at Utopia Planitia 25.1°N, 109.9°E; launched July 2020, reached orbit 2021.
Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover reaches 5 full years on Mars surface having landed in Jezero Crater on this day in 2021; it carried Ingenuity helicopter – the first craft to successfully complete powered flights off-Earth.
Third annual observation of 1st successful commercial lunar landing on Moon by Intuitive Machines and its IM-1 Nova-C Lander "Odysseus". This mission also marks the USA first return to the Moon since Apollo 17 in 1972. IM-1 lander carried 6 NASA and 6 independent payloads to surface, landing near Malapert […]