BB Block-2 Satellite Bus

Data current as of 2026-07-21.

The BB Block-2 bus accounts for 5 cataloged objects, of which 1 are in orbit and 1 are active. 1 have reentered. Most are built by ASTS. The largest operator on this bus is ASTS. The first launched in 2025, the most recent in 2026.

1
In orbit
1
Active
5
Total launched
1
Reentered

BB Block-2 launched per year

1 2 3 4 2025: 1 object launched 2026: 4 launched, 1 since reentered 2025 2026
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.

Typical specifications

Most common values across cataloged BB Block-2 satellites.

Manufacturer ASTS
Launch mass 5850 kg
Dry mass 5830 kg
Length 1.6 m
Diameter 4.3 m
Span 15.0 m
Shape Cyl + 2 pan + plate
Propulsion EP
Typical orbit 95 min period, 53° inclination

Top operators

ASTS 5

Top countries

US 5

BB Block-2 satellites

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Name NORAD COSPAR Owner Launched Orbit Status Track
SPACEMOBILE-010 69591 2026-139C ASTS Jun 17, 2026 95 min, 53.0° Inactive
SPACEMOBILE-009 69590 2026-139B ASTS Jun 17, 2026 95 min, 53.0° Inactive
SPACEMOBILE-008 69589 2026-139A ASTS Jun 17, 2026 95 min, 53.0° Inactive
AST BLUEBIRD 7 68765 2026-085A ASTS Apr 19, 2026 92 min, 43.0° Reentered
SPACEMOBILE-006 67232 2025-309A ASTS Dec 24, 2025 95 min, 53.0° Active

Frequently asked questions

How many BB Block-2 satellites are there?

The catalog lists 5 objects built on the BB Block-2 bus. 1 are in orbit and 1 have reentered.

How many BB Block-2 satellites are in orbit?

1 BB Block-2 objects are currently in orbit, of which 1 carry an active status.

Who builds the BB Block-2 bus?

The BB Block-2 bus is most commonly built by ASTS.

When did the first BB Block-2 satellite launch?

The first cataloged BB Block-2 satellite launched in 2025, and the most recent in 2026.

Satellite data compiled by KeepTrack from CelesTrak, Space-Track, and GCAT, provided under CC BY-NC 4.0.