ASTRO-SPAS Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The ASTRO-SPAS bus accounts for 3 cataloged objects, of which 0 are in orbit and 0 are active. 3 have reentered. Most are built by DASAO. The largest operator on this bus is DARA. The first launched in 1993, the most recent in 1997.
0
In orbit
0
Active
3
Total launched
3
Reentered
ASTRO-SPAS launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged ASTRO-SPAS satellites.
| Manufacturer | DASAO |
|---|---|
| Purpose | IR earth science, retrievable satellite |
| Launch mass | 3263 kg |
| Dry mass | 3207 kg |
| Length | 2.5 m |
| Diameter | 4.5 m |
| Span | 4.5 m |
| Shape | Box + Cyl |
| Power | Batteries |
| Equipment | CRISTA, MAHRSI |
Top operators
DARA 1 DLR 1 DLR2 1
Top countries
D 3
ASTRO-SPAS satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRISTA-SPAS CRISTA-SPAS | 24890 | 1997-039B | DLR2 | Aug 7, 1997 | 90 min, 57.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| CRISTA-SPAS CRISTA-SPAS | 23341 | 1994-073B | DLR | Nov 3, 1994 | 90 min, 57.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| ORFEUS-SPAS ORFEUS-SPAS | 22798 | 1993-058C | DARA | Sep 12, 1993 | 90 min, 28.5° | Reentered | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many ASTRO-SPAS satellites are there?
The catalog lists 3 objects built on the ASTRO-SPAS bus. 0 are in orbit and 3 have reentered.
How many ASTRO-SPAS satellites are in orbit?
0 ASTRO-SPAS objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the ASTRO-SPAS bus?
The ASTRO-SPAS bus is most commonly built by DASAO.
When did the first ASTRO-SPAS satellite launch?
The first cataloged ASTRO-SPAS satellite launched in 1993, and the most recent in 1997.