Newsletter: All-Filipino crew complete simulated analog mission in Batangas, President Marcos meets Filipino analog astronauts and PhilSA

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[L-R, standing] Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) Interdisciplinary Space Missions Development Division (ISMDD) Chief Ernest Macalalad, Ph.D.; PhilSA Acting Director General Gay Jane P. Perez, Ph.D.; ANAHAW Mission Commander Suguru Vaughn Hernandez; Flight Engineer Nathaniel Macato; Communications Officer Jeremaine Ko; Health and Nutrition Specialist Mary Audrey Amorao; Mission Scientist Bianca Angeline Alcantara and Yzhae Marrione Villaruel; and Philippine analog astronauts Kristine Jane Atienza and Dr. Mark Angelo Purio of the Community of Human Analog Space Missions (CHASM); [L-R, kneeling] Science Technical Officer Catherine Raisa Mandigma and Angelo Manigo; Flight Director Leemar Bonite; Capsule Communicator Cindy Lou Macahilos; and Science Technical Officer Erica Mae Santos.

An all-Filipino crew successfully completed the first Analog Habitat Waypoint (ANAHAW) mission of the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) on 26 September 2026. It was conducted in partnership with the Batangas State University (BatStateU) – The National Engineering University and served as a benchmarking study for university-based analog missions. 

Newsletter: PhilSA advances Filipino rocket expertise through hands on training in South Korea

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PhilSA engineers assembling the liquid-fueled sounding rocket in preparation for the test launch in 2027

The Philippines will launch a liquid fueled rocket in 2027, boosting Filipino expertise in rocket development and advancing the country’s launch capabilities as announced by President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. during his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA).

Newsletter: PhilSA strengthens space ecosystem, enhances space data capabilities of businesses through innovation camp

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The Space Business Innovation Camp 2026 panel discussion during the Philippine Space Week in August brought together experts from the government, industry, and startup sectors to explore opportunities for using space data to address real-world challenges and create new business ventures.

The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) is expanding its efforts to develop the country’s space economy by helping businesses build capabilities to use satellite-derived data, develop space-enabled solutions, and explore opportunities.

Newsletter: Satellite data show flood extents in Regions 1, 2, 3, 4A, 4B, CAR, and NCR due to enhanced Habagat

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The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) produced flood extent maps showing flooded areas in parts of Regions 1, 2, 3, 4A, 4B, CAR, and NCR on 31 August at 05:45 AM PhST following heavy rains brought by the enhanced Southwest Monsoon (Habagat). The maps show flood extents on Monday morning after continued heavy rains last week. The flooded areas were detected with the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI) using a composite of three Sentinel-1 Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite imagery. Please note that the maps show a snapshot of the flood extents at the specific time the image was captured by the satellite and may not reflect floods that have already receded.

Newsletter: Satellite data show flood extents in Regions 1 and 2 due to Tropical Storm Maymay and Habagat

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The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) produced flood extent maps showing flooded areas in Regions 1 and 2, and parts of Abra and Zambales following the heavy rains brought by Tropical Storm Maymay and the enhanced Southwest Monsoon (Habagat).

Newsletter: First liquid-fueled sounding rocket launch from Philippine soil, highlighted in SONA

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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. highlighted the country’s upcoming sounding rocket launch during his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday, July 27. The test launch in Cagayan in 2027 will help advance the Philippines’ launch capabilities, develop Filipino expertise in rocket technologies, and prepare for future space launch activities.

Newsletter: Satellite data show landslide in Lanao del Sur and flooded areas in Cotabato, Maguindanao del Sur, CALABARZON, and MIMAROPA due to Typhoon Inday

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The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) analyzed available satellite data following the enhanced Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) due to Typhoon Inday and released landslide and flooded area maps to concerned stakeholders.

Newsletter: Satellite data show flood extents in Mindanao due to Typhoon Inday

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Sample flood extent map (one out of 64). All maps for the available data coverage can be found in these folders: https://tinyurl.com/Flood-20260710-S1 and https://tinyurl.com/Flood-20260711-S1

The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) produced flood extent maps showing flooded areas (red) and flood-affected Physical Rice Areas (pink) and Other Crop Areas (brown) in Regions 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), and parts of Eastern Samar and Southern Leyte following the enhanced monsoon due to Typhoon Inday. The analysis used Sentinel-1 Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite imagery captured on 10 July 2026 at 05:31 AM PhST and 11 July 2026 at 05:22 AM PhST. The flooded areas were detected with the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI) using a composite of three Sentinel-1 SAR images.

Newsletter: Filipino students command robot in space, wins 3rd place at international programming contest

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University of Tokyo Professor Shinichi Nakasuka and JAXA Astronaut Norishige Kanai announce the Philippines’ Team Inflection Point’s win during the 6th Kibo-RPC finals. Photo courtesy of JAXA/NASA.

The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) proudly announces that team Inflection Point of the Batangas State University (BatStateU) has won again in the international Kibo Robot Programming Challenge (Kibo-RPC), securing 3rd place in the final round. Team Inflection Point commanded NASA’s Astrobee robot aboard the Japanese “Kibo” module of the International Space Station (ISS) with their own program, competing against teams all over the world in image recognition accuracy and mission speed.

Newsletter: PhilSA, Commission on Filipinos Overseas to engage Filipino youth and global experts in advancing space science and technology

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(L-R) CFO Executive Director Atty. Ma. Arlene S. Borja, CFO Chairperson Dante Francis M. Ang, II, PhilSA Director General Dr. Gay Jane Perez, and PhilSA Deputy Director General for Space Science and Technology Dr. Marc Caesar Talampas

The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) and the Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) have partnered to collaborate on its programs for the Filipino Youth to advance space science and technology, and strengthen engagement with overseas Filipinos through educational, cultural, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

PhilSA Director General Gay Jane P. Perez, Ph.D. and CFO Chairperson Dante Francis M. Ang, II signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on 18 June 2026.

Under the agreement, both agencies will collaborate on their cultural and educational programs such as the PhilSA Space Science Camp and CFO's Exchange Visitor Program (EVP), Youth Leaders in the Diaspora (YouLeaD), and the Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas. 

The partnership will also tap overseas Filipino scientists, engineers, researchers, and technology experts through the EVP to share their knowledge and experiences to support the country's national space program. This will also inspire the youth and highlight the significant contributions of Filipinos to the world. 

"Building a sustainable space program is not only about satellites, infrastructure, or technology. It is equally about cultivating an informed and engaged citizenry that understands how space science and technology can contribute to addressing societal challenges and creating opportunities for national development," PhilSA Director General Perez said, emphasizing the importance of public awareness and education to Filipinos.

“This partnership brings our shared aspirations together. We hope to inspire overseas Filipino youth to appreciate Philippine achievements in science and technology, continue to engage Filipino scientists, researchers, engineers, and innovators abroad in supporting our country's growing space sector, and foster greater collaboration between the diaspora and the homeland,” CFO Chairperson Ang said.

Through this partnership, PhilSA and CFO will strengthen connections between the Philippines and its global community, creating more opportunities for overseas Filipinos to contribute their expertise and talents to the country's growing space ecosystem.

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Newsletter: PhilSA’s children’s book, 'Si Tala at ang Kanyang Lakbay Kalawakan!' goes international

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PhilSA Ad Interim Director General Perez and UNOOSA Director Holla-Maini during the launch of the UN version of 'Si Tala at ang Kanyang Lakbay Kalawakan!’

The United Nations edition of the Philippine children's book 'Si Tala at ang Kanyang Lakbay Kalawakan!’ was officially launched on 12 June 2026 during the 69th United Nations (UN) Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) in Vienna, Austria. The book was published in English with translations in French, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish, and Russian by the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA).

Newsletter: Satellite data show landslides from 7.8-magnitude earthquake

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The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) is currently analyzing available satellite data on the 7.8-magnitude earthquake that struck the southern portion of Mindanao on 08 June 2026.

Newsletter: PhilSA launches HiRAYA to recognize student research in space science and technology

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The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) is set to recognize outstanding high school students doing space research through the PhilSA High School Research and Innovation Award to Yield Advancement in Space Science and Technology, or PhilSA HiRAYA. 

Newsletter: EU-PH Digital Economy Package to enhance bandwidth connectivity, satellite data access, 5G regulatory support, and cybersecurity

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(Center) Head of Cooperation from the European Union Delegation to the Philippines Dr. Marco Gemmer, PhilSA Ad Interim Director General Gay Jane P. Perez. Ph.D., and Deputy Director General for Space Operations, Infrastructure, and Industry Denis F. Villorente with members of the steering committee

Implementing partners of the European Union (EU)-Philippines Digital Economy Package convened the first Project Steering Committee Meeting on 04 June 2026.

This initiative aims to support the development of Philippines as a digital hub in the region by improving connectivity, ensuring reliable access to Copernicus data to support decision-making on socio-economic concerns, and upskilling personnel on 5G and cybersecurity. It also complements capacity building efforts under the National Copernicus Capacity Support Action Programme or CopPhil through a data-driven approach on strengthening disaster management and climate action initiatives.

Newsletter: Satellite data show earthquake damaged areas, coastal uplift, and return of nighttime lights

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The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) is currently analyzing available satellite data on the 7.8-magnitude earthquake that struck the southern portion of Mindanao on 08 June 2026.

Newsletter: Nighttime satellite data shows overview of earthquake damaged areas

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The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) is currently analyzing available satellite data on the 7.8-magnitude earthquake that struck Mindanao on 8 June 2026.

Newsletter: President Marcos Jr. convenes Philippine Space Council, approves programs on satellite development and key space initiatives

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MULA’s main satellite body prior to integration with its camera payload

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. presided over the 9th Philippine Space Council (PSC) meeting on Tuesday and set plans to strengthen the country's space capabilities through satellite development and space data utilization.

Newsletter: Philippines and Japan sign joint declaration to continue decades of space cooperation

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The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) signed a Joint Declaration of Interest in Space Cooperation on 27 May 2026, reaffirming their shared goals and objectives, and their interest in exploring cooperation and industry partnerships in Satellite Joint Mission Partnership and Data Applications, Space Exploration and Human Spaceflight, and Space Sustainability. The declaration was signed by PhilSA Ad Interim Director General Gay Jane P. Perez and JAXA President Hiroshi Yamakawa during President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s state visit to Japan.

Newsletter: Advisory on "Space Jellyfish” sighting on May 12

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(Photo credit: Rachiel Batutay Bolaljog)

The lights sighted over parts of the Philippines on the evening of 12 May 2026, at around 8:10PM PhST, are highly likely due to the passage of the Long March 6A (Chang Zheng 6A) rocket launched by the People's Republic of China from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center at approximately 7:58 PM PhST.

Newsletter: Satellite data show crop areas affected by ashfall from Mayon

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The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) produced a crop exposure map showing ash-affected Physical Rice Areas (orange) and Other Crop Areas (yellow) following the reported pyroclastic density current along the Mi-isi gully of Mayon Volcano on 2 May 2026. At least 1,039 hectares (10.39 sqkm) of rice and 191 hectares (1.91 sqkm) of other crops were potentially affected because they are found within the Estimated Ash Deposit Extent (delineated in red, based on a previous analysis by PhilSA published on 5 May). The combined area of potentially affected crops is around the size of Mandaluyong City.