ATN Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-21.
The ATN bus accounts for 11 cataloged objects, of which 11 are in orbit and 0 are active. Most are built by LMEW. The largest operator on this bus is NOAA. The first launched in 1983, the most recent in 2009.
11
In orbit
0
Active
11
Total launched
0
Reentered
ATN launched per year
Still in orbit Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged ATN satellites.
| Manufacturer | LMEW |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Meteorology |
| Launch mass | 1030 kg |
| Dry mass | 1030 kg |
| Length | 4.2 m |
| Diameter | 1.9 m |
| Span | 8 m |
| Shape | Box + Pan |
| Power | Deployable solar array, batteries |
| Propulsion | Star 37S |
| Design life | 2 years minimum |
| Equipment | ? |
| Typical orbit | 102 min period, 99° inclination |
Top operators
Top countries
US 11
ATN satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAA 19 NOAA 19 | 33591 | 2009-005A | NOAA | Feb 6, 2009 | 102 min, 99.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
| NOAA 18 NOAA 18 | 28654 | 2005-018A | NOAA | May 20, 2005 | 102 min, 98.8° | Inactive | ◉ |
| NOAA 17 NOAA 17 | 27453 | 2002-032A | NOAA | Jun 24, 2002 | 101 min, 98.9° | Inactive | ◉ |
| NOAA 16 NOAA 16 | 26536 | 2000-055A | NOAA | Sep 21, 2000 | 102 min, 98.5° | Inactive | ◉ |
| NOAA 15 NOAA 15 | 25338 | 1998-030A | NOAA | May 13, 1998 | 101 min, 98.5° | Inactive | ◉ |
| NOAA 14 NOAA 14 | 23455 | 1994-089A | NOAA | Dec 30, 1994 | 102 min, 98.5° | Inactive | ◉ |
| NOAA 13 NOAA 13 | 22739 | 1993-050A | NOAA | Aug 9, 1993 | 102 min, 98.7° | Inactive | ◉ |
| NOAA 11 NOAA 11 | 19531 | 1988-089A | NOAA | Sep 24, 1988 | 102 min, 98.6° | Inactive | ◉ |
| NOAA 10 NOAA 10 | 16969 | 1986-073A | NOAA | Sep 17, 1986 | 101 min, 98.7° | Inactive | ◉ |
| NOAA 9 NOAA 9 | 15427 | 1984-123A | NOAA | Dec 12, 1984 | 102 min, 99.1° | Inactive | ◉ |
| NOAA 8 NOAA 8 | 13923 | 1983-022A | NOAA | Mar 28, 1983 | 101 min, 98.7° | Inactive | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many ATN satellites are there?
The catalog lists 11 objects built on the ATN bus. 11 are in orbit and 0 have reentered.
How many ATN satellites are in orbit?
11 ATN objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the ATN bus?
The ATN bus is most commonly built by LMEW.
When did the first ATN satellite launch?
The first cataloged ATN satellite launched in 1983, and the most recent in 2009.