January 5, 2026
SpaceX Starts 2026 with Italian COSMO SkyMed Satellite Launch from California
On January 2, 2026, SpaceX launched Italy’s COSMO SkyMed Second Generation satellite from California. The radar satellite supports military and civilian uses by observing Earth day and night. This mission marked SpaceX’s first flight of the year, signaling steady service with familiar Falcon 9 rockets.