AS5000 Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The AS5000 bus accounts for 4 cataloged objects, of which 4 are in orbit and 0 are active. Most are built by GEEW. The largest operator on this bus is TCAN. The first launched in 1991, the most recent in 1992.
4
In orbit
0
Active
4
Total launched
0
Reentered
AS5000 launched per year
Still in orbit Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged AS5000 satellites.
| Manufacturer | GEEW |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Communication |
| Launch mass | 2580 kg |
| Dry mass | 1335 kg |
| Length | 2.9 m |
| Diameter | 2.3 m |
| Span | 21.5 m |
| Shape | Box + 2 Pan |
| Power | 2 deployable solar arrays, batteries |
| Propulsion | TR-306 x2 |
| Design life | 12 years |
| Equipment | 24 C-band transponders, 16 Ku-band transponders |
| Typical orbit | 1452 min period, 14° inclination |
Top operators
Top countries
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AS5000 satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSS-101 (INTELSAT 101) INTELSAT K | 21989 | 1992-032A | INTEL | Jun 10, 1992 | 1482 min, 15.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
| ANIK E1 Anik E1 | 21726 | 1991-067A | TCAN | Sep 26, 1991 | 1452 min, 14.1° | Inactive | ◉ |
| ANIK E2 Anik E2 | 21222 | 1991-026A | TCAN | Apr 4, 1991 | 1453 min, 14.1° | Inactive | ◉ |
| ASTRA 1B Astra 1B | 21139 | 1991-015A | SES | Mar 2, 1991 | 1462 min, 13.4° | Inactive | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many AS5000 satellites are there?
The catalog lists 4 objects built on the AS5000 bus. 4 are in orbit and 0 have reentered.
How many AS5000 satellites are in orbit?
4 AS5000 objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the AS5000 bus?
The AS5000 bus is most commonly built by GEEW.
When did the first AS5000 satellite launch?
The first cataloged AS5000 satellite launched in 1991, and the most recent in 1992.