January 29, 2026

SpaceX VSFB HIGH N Southwest 012926

SpaceX VSFB HIGH N Southwest 012926 

Southwesterly trajectory, but not as west as the previous. Today's launch was a beautiful, clear morning. FLIGHT DETAILS 

Mission

Starlink Group 17-19

A batch of 25 satellites for the Starlink mega-constellation - SpaceX's project for a space-based Internet communication system



January 25, 2026

SpaceX Jan 25, 2026 VSFB


Not a great launch view was a really high launch and more westward than optimum for general viewing purposes. Booster returned to the drone ship OCISLU off the coast of MX. Launch from VSFB, CA Falcon 9. The sound is always the most fascinating, compared to launch time, and the time when the rocket sounds are audible for those several miles away. This was taken, maybe, about 8 miles inland from the launch pad, as the crow flies. Booster landed off MX on drone ship OCISLU.



January 16, 2026

SpaceX VSFB 011626 839P vid pics slide

SpaceX VSFB 011626 839P vid pics slide

NROL-105 SpaceX Falcon 9 Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA 8:39 PM PST liftoff tonight Friday, January 16th from Lompoc, CA ............... Mission NROL-105 Mission Type Government/Top Secret Destination Unknown Twelfth batch of satellites for a reconnaissance satellite constellation built by SpaceX and Northrop Grumman for the National Reconnaissance Office to provide imaging and other reconnaissance capabilities. https://rocketlaunch.org/launch-schedule/vandenberg-sfb




January 14, 2026

Bonehead - Go That Way

 Bonehead - Go That Way 

By: Michael D Tobin 011426

Investor’s Log: Sector Sweep Complete

I searched across bio-pharma, energy, rare earths, infrastructure, and space — hoping to find a company without dilution scars. But every “clean” candidate had deeper rot: no revenue, no contracts, no visibility. The only one that showed signs of healing was RDW. Dilution? Yes. But solvable. Backlog? Real. Manufacturing? Domestic. Defense adjacency? Strong.

RKLB had already earned its seat — now RDW joins the cockpit.

This isn’t blind optimism. It’s tactical positioning. I didn’t choose perfection. I chose the least-bad structural risk with the highest asymmetry.

Now the ship is ready. Two engines. One mission.

Captain Lookout Guy turns to Bonehead, the alien helmsman, and points toward the stars.

“Bonehead… go that way. Warp speed.


*This is not investment advice. We need humor. 



January 8, 2026

Greenland and Bla Bla Bla

Greenland and Bla Bla Bla 

By: Michael D Tobin 

01-08-26 

(((Jan 15 UPDATEWhat Trump actually said (based on sourced reporting)

“I would like to make a deal, you know, the easy way. But if we don’t do it the easy way, we’re going to do it the hard way.” https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/09/trump-greenland-military-denmark-nato.html?utm_source=copilot.com

“We are going to do something on Greenland whether they like it or not.”
He said the U.S. must act or Russia/China will take over Greenland, and he won’t allow that. https://www.dw.com/en/trump-says-us-will-take-greenland-the-easy-way-or-hard-way/a-75457869?utm_source=copilot.com

Bloomberg reports he said he’s willing to secure Greenland “the hard way” if authorities won’t cut a deal. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-01-09/trump-says-he-ll-get-deal-on-greenland-easy-way-or-hard-way?utm_source=copilot.com
 )))

 You may not believe me, but all this stuff about "taking over Greenland" (the media are the only ones using that term) is all a bunch of media hype. They are merely discussing new and modern means to achieve what they began during WW2 between the Denmark government and our allies, and nobody has any plans to change anything. I am always having to find stuff just because people just don't know. So tiresome 😇. Everybody knows Greenland is a natural fortress against attack from the whole Atlantic and Europe in different directions. The record already shows that Europe has to be protected from themselves. HELLOOO. Look at the map. It's a military and a geographical fact. Had Germany controlled Greenland like they wanted (and they died trying), England and the UK would be speaking German. And if former Soviet Russia had control like they wanted, we would be speaking Russian. That's all there is to that, as Forest Gump would say.

But seriously. I saw the following quote from US VP JD Vance on Greenland, and it's all I could really stand after over a year of mainstream media hype, which has made it their number one business, bringing up old common knowledge for the sake of creating political and societal chaos, literally.

So, here you go. Here is just another great reminder of who's who and what's what. I'll just close on my article source-of-choice as a historical reference to Greenland and global security from as far back as WW2. And further, I will share VP Vance's statement as seen in today's social media page of US President Donald J Trump. And finally, I will have a video from BBC YouTube titled, "US-Venezuela: Russian-flagged tanker seized by US military" BBC News (Latest was in the North Atlantic Ocean between the nation of Iceland and the UK). 

When U.S. Troops Fought Nazis in the Arctic: The Forgotten Battle for Greenland Military.com | By Allen Frazier Published October 13, 2025 at 2:47pm ET When Nazi Germany overran Denmark in April 1940, the Danish colony of Greenland was suddenly cut off from its government. Under an April 9, 1941, defense agreement, the United States assumed responsibility for Greenland’s security. The pact led to one of America’s earliest overseas deployments of World War II—months before Pearl Harbor—as U.S. forces built bases, guarded resource mines, and waged a covert campaign against German weather stations along Greenland’s coast. 👈 clik for the whole article.




VP Vance's statement as seen in today's social media page of US President Donald J Trump.




Jan 8, 2026  BBC NewscastToday, the US has seized two oil tankers — one Russian-flagged vessel in the North Atlantic (Between Iceland and UK) and another ship in the Caribbean. Both vessels have links to Venezuela. https://youtu.be/TMz7bxv2baA?si=qcZ6Dxsh8A3bzk3l



January 5, 2026

The Rules


I've been wanting to get this quote for years. It just doesn't leave you once you hear it. 

January 2, 2026

Falcon 9's Italian COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation-FM3 (CSG-3) New Year Launch Sonic Booms and Fairings 010226


Falcon 9's New Year Launch  Sonic Booms and Fairings 010226
Jan 2, 2026 

Join me as I capture the thrilling moments of SpaceX's first launch of the year from Vandenberg Space Force Base. Experience the anticipation as the Falcon 9 rocket takes off for the Italian Space Agency and their Ministry of Defense, and stay tuned for the sonic boom that follows! I share my live observations from ten miles east of the launch site, including details about the booster’s impressive history of 21 successful launches and its descent back to the pad. This was the 21st flight for the first stage booster supporting this mission, which previously launched Crew-7, CRS-29, PACE, Transporter-10, EarthCARE, NROL-186, Transporter-13, TRACERS, NROL-48, and 11 Starlink missions. Following stage separation, the first stage landed on Landing Zone 4 (LZ-4) at Vandenberg Space Force Base.
There is the possibility that residents of Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Ventura counties may hear one or more sonic booms during the launch, but what residents experience will depend on weather and other conditions.  You'll hear my thoughts on the fairings and what happens to them post-launch, all while enjoying the stunning visuals of the night sky. This episode is a must-listen for space enthusiasts and curious minds alike!

December 23, 2025

Quiet Accumulators – The Fuse Beneath the Float - FJET IPO

Quiet Accumulators – The Fuse Beneath the Float

 — Issue #5

 By: Michael D Tobin 

 12-23-25 


 

Quiet Accumulators – The Fuse Beneath the Float

Most IPOs flash hot, then fade.

They ride momentum, not mission.

But this one was different.

Starfighters Space Inc. (FJET) uplisted with lean operations, a rare aerospace asset, and a service model already in motion.

Not vaporware. Not hype.

Just a fuse waiting for ignition.

While the crowd chased volatility, we mapped the demand curve.

Defense, research, and payload logistics were already bending upward.

The float was thin, but the backlog was thick.

This wasn’t just a ticker pop — it was a transition to scale.

And when the fuse lit, profitability wasn’t a hope.

It was a trajectory.

We didn’t chase the chart.

We positioned before the ignition.

Because Quiet Accumulators don’t follow noise —

They map the fuse beneath the float.


This content is merely what AI Copilot is able to do when it is able. This is not financial advice. It is merely for enquiring minds. This particular series of Quiet Accumulators is a mere experiment, and nothing else I've created was with the help of AI research. Just sayin.

December 16, 2025

Quiet Accumulators — Issue #4: The Space Economy Ledger

 Quiet AccumulatorsIssue #4: The Space Economy Ledger

By: Michael D Tobin

December 16, 2025



ENGINEER:

“Look at this — the global space market just crossed $613 billion. The U.S. slice is about $142 billion, only half a percent of GDP, but it’s growing. That’s proof space is becoming real business.”

CONTROLLER:
“And don’t forget cadence. Launches are hitting records. Reusable rockets keep costs down, but every flight still needs FAA approval. Licenses are the notes, reentries the rests. Without rhythm, there’s chaos.”

ANALYST:
Government budgets are flat this year, stuck at last year’s levels. That means commercial players carry the momentum. They’re the ones turning launches into contracts.”

OBSERVER:
Satellites aren’t just selling pictures anymore. They’re selling insights. Subscriptions, not snapshots. That’s where steady revenue lives. And biotechs are growing in microgravity — for the benefit of mankind.”

ENGINEER:
“So the lesson is simple. For new traders: watch cadence and contracts. For seasoned investors: avoid hype, track who turns pixels into profits.”

CONTROLLER:
Flat funding tests faith. Cadence rewards craft. That’s our ledger.”

Drafted with AI support for clarity and context.
We may receive funds from certain ads on this site. This content is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be taken as financial advice. Readers should conduct their own research or consult a licensed financial professional before making investment decisions.

December 15, 2025

Quiet Accumulators — Issue #3 AI Panic Threatens Low Earth Orbit

 Quiet Accumulators — Issue #3 AI Panic Threatens Low Earth Orbit

By: Michael D Tobin

12-15-25 



Opening Panel:

  • Headlines scream about AI valuations collapsing.

  • Investors flee speculative growth, dragging aerospace names down with them.

Middle Panels:

Closing Panel:


December 14, 2025

Hannukkah Hero Australia

 

Hannukkah Hero Australia Dec 14, 2025 


I know I've been scarce lately but I had to get this one off my back.



December 13, 2025

Quiet Accumulators – PLUG Power Issue #2: “Hydrogen Wars”

Quiet AccumulatorsPLUG Power Issue #2: “Hydrogen Wars”

By: Michael D Tobin

Wk of Dec 15, 2025 




Quiet Accumulators – Issue #2: “Hydrogen Wars”

Opening Scene

  • In Tickeropolis, the RDW battle has subsided, but a new storm brews around PLUG, the hydrogen titan.

  • Headlines scream about dilution and debt, while retail forums buzz with “clean energy salvation.”

  • The Quiet Accumulators regroup, sensing the villains are back with a new weapon: Hydrogen Hype.

🦸 Heroes

🦹 Villains

⚔️ The Battle

  • Retail traders rush into PLUG, driven by FOMO.

  • The villains unleash dilution and doom headlines, shaking confidence.

  • The Quiet Accumulators counter:

    • Professor Orbital connects hydrogen to orbital computing’s future.

    • Retail Sentinel steadies traders, reminding them of discipline.

    • Legacy Builder reframes the chaos as a teachable arc: “Hydrogen wars are about resilience, not shortcuts.”

🌅 Resolution

  • The battle ends with PLUG volatile but visible — retail sentiment keeps it alive, institutions cap the upside.

  • The heroes declare: “Tickeropolis must learn that clean energy hype is only powerful when paired with stewardship.”

  • Teaser: “Next issue — ORN returns, building the foundations of terrestrial resilience.”

SpaceX VSFB HIGH N Southwest 012926

SpaceX VSFB HIGH N Southwest 012926  Southwesterly trajectory, but not as west as the previous. Today's launch was a beautiful, clear ...