ARIRANG-2 (KOMPSAT-2) (29268)

COSPAR: 2006-031A | Alt Name: Arirang-2

Image

Additional Sources

Launch Details

Launch Date

July 28, 2006

Launch Site

PLMSC

Launch Pad

LC133/3

Launch Vehicle

Rokot

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

29268

International Designator

2006-031A

Epoch

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:34:14 GMT

Apogee

Calculating...

Perigee

Calculating...

Inclination

97.83°

Right Ascension

8.93°

Eccentricity

Calculating...

Argument of Perigee

24.47°

Period

98.32 min

Mean Motion

14.65 rev/day

Latitude

Calculating...

Longitude

Calculating...

Altitude

Calculating...

Velocity

Calculating...

Polar Plot

3D Visualization

Basic Satellite Info

Name

ARIRANG-2 (KOMPSAT-2)

Alternative Name

Arirang-2

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

KARI

Country

South Korea

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

N/A

Latest TLEs

1 29268U 06031A   26185.31544159  .00000207  00000-0  47324-4 0  9994

2 29268  97.8307   8.9327 0015174  24.4736  99.2683 14.64670098 63984

Source: Celestrak

Summary

ARIRANG-2 (KOMPSAT-2) is an Earth observation satellite launched by KARI on July 28, 2006, from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome using a Rokot launch vehicle. The spacecraft has dimensions of 2.6 meters in length and 2 meters in diameter with a span of 6.9 meters. It has a dry mass of 692 kilograms and a launch mass of 765 kilograms. ARIRANG-2 is equipped with MSC equipment for its mission and powered by two deployable solar arrays along with batteries. The satellite was designed to have an operational lifetime of three years. Its shape consists of a hexagonal cylinder with two panels, and it has a radar cross-section (RCS) value of 2.067 square meters.

Physical Characteristics

Length

2.6

Diameter

Span

6.9

Dry Mass

692

Launch Mass

765

Shape

Hex Cyl + 2 Pan

Radar Cross Section

2.067

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

KOMPSAT-2

Purpose

Earth observation

Mission

Earth observation

Manufacturer

KARI

Life Expectancy

3 years (design)

Bus

Kompsat

Configuration

Unknown

Motor

Equipment

MSC

Power System

2 deployable solar arrays, batteries

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

Unknown

Map

This tool will help you track the satellite's position and predict its upcoming passes over your location. Simply input the coordinates or click the geolocation button to get started.

Latitude

Longitude

Next Pass

Azimuth Elevation Time (Local)

Start Azimuth

Max Elevation

Stop Azimuth

Time Until

Pass Duration

Satellite Articles

View All Posts »

Learn more about satellites and other related topics.

The Feasibility of Transitioning from Starlink to Eutelsat in Ukraine

As Ukraine explores alternatives to SpaceX's Starlink, the potential adoption of Eutelsat OneWeb's satellite network raises critical questions about connectivity, resilience, and strategic autonomy.

Space Brief 8 Jan 2025

Today's highlights include China's launch of the Shijian-25 for on-orbit refueling tests, major Pentagon contracts for solid rocket motors and hypersonic testing, and the US Space Force's record-setting year of launches.

Space Brief 16 Jan 2025

Explore today's pivotal news in space with highlights on record government space budgets, military satellite developments, and significant industry shifts.

X Report 31 Aug 2025

SpaceX successfully launched its ninth Starlink mission of the month, boosting broadband coverage with additional satellites deployed from both coasts. The latest missions underscore the company's commitment to expanding global internet access.

X Report 9 May 2025

SpaceX makes strides in various sectors, from Starlink expanding services on United Airlines to new hardware aimed at enhancing home connectivity.

X Report 23 Dec 2024

SpaceX successfully launches 21 Starlink satellites from Florida, marking another milestone in its satellite internet constellation. The Falcon 9 rocket was also successfully recovered at sea.

Space Brief 9 Apr 2025

Today's brief covers Blue Origin’s new defense launch contracts, the ISS launch of a Navy SEAL astronaut, Sierra Space’s GPS security advancements for the U.S. Space Force, and the Space Force's 'Orbital Watch' initiative.

Space Brief 28 Jul 2025

Today's highlights include SpaceX's rapid Starlink launches, insights into China's Mars sample return mission, and ULA's future launch plans. Also, a new Space Force general takes the reins of the U.S. missile defense program.