BSky Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The BSky bus accounts for 22 cataloged objects, of which 16 are in orbit and 15 are active. 6 have reentered. Most are built by LEOSTL. The largest operator on this bus is BSKG. The first launched in 2016, the most recent in 2026.
16
In orbit
15
Active
22
Total launched
6
Reentered
BSky launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged BSky satellites.
| Manufacturer | LEOSTL |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Earth Observation |
| Launch mass | 55 kg |
| Dry mass | 50 kg |
| Length | 1 m |
| Diameter | 0.5 m |
| Span | 1 m |
| Shape | Box |
| Power | Solar cells, batteries |
| Propulsion | ? |
| Design life | 3 years |
| Equipment | SpaceView-24 imager |
| Typical orbit | 93 min period, 42° inclination |
Top operators
BSKG 22
Top countries
US 22
BSky satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLOBAL-34 | 68098 | 2026-043A | BSKG | Mar 5, 2026 | 94 min, 42.0° | Active | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-33 | 66554 | 2025-267A | BSKG | Nov 20, 2025 | 94 min, 42.0° | Active | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-32 | 64231 | 2025-118B | BSKG | Jun 2, 2025 | 94 min, 59.0° | Active | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-31 | 63027 | 2025-033B | BSKG | Feb 18, 2025 | 94 min, 59.0° | Active | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-5 Global-5 | 55983 | 2023-041C | BSKG | Mar 24, 2023 | 94 min, 42.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-19 Global-19 | 55982 | 2023-041B | BSKG | Mar 24, 2023 | 94 min, 42.0° | Active | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-20 Global-20 | 52197 | 2022-034C | BSKG | Apr 2, 2022 | 87 min, 53.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-18 Global-18 | 52196 | 2022-034B | BSKG | Apr 2, 2022 | 93 min, 53.0° | Active | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-16 Global-16 | 49950 | 2021-120B | BSKG | Dec 9, 2021 | 93 min, 42.0° | Active | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-17 Global-17 | 49949 | 2021-120A | BSKG | Dec 9, 2021 | 93 min, 42.0° | Active | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-13 Global-13 | 49773 | 2021-115BB | BSKG | Dec 2, 2021 | 93 min, 53.2° | Active | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-12 Global-12 | 49772 | 2021-115BA | BSKG | Dec 2, 2021 | 93 min, 53.2° | Active | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-15 Global-15 | 49470 | 2021-106B | BSKG | Nov 18, 2021 | 88 min, 42.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-14 Global-14 | 49469 | 2021-106A | BSKG | Nov 18, 2021 | 93 min, 42.0° | Active | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-9 Global-9 | 47971 | 2021-023G | BSKG | Mar 22, 2021 | 93 min, 45.0° | Active | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-8 Global-8 | 46089 | 2020-055BQ | BSKG | Aug 7, 2020 | 88 min, 53.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-7 Global-7 | 46088 | 2020-055BP | BSKG | Aug 7, 2020 | 88 min, 53.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-4 Global-4 | 44499 | 2019-054E | BSKG | Aug 19, 2019 | 92 min, 45.0° | Active | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-3 Global-3 | 44367 | 2019-037C | BSKG | Jun 29, 2019 | 88 min, 45.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-2 Global-2 | 43812 | 2018-099BG | BSKG | Dec 3, 2018 | 95 min, 97.4° | Active | ◉ |
| GLOBAL-1 Global-1 | 43730 | 2018-096M | BSKG | Nov 29, 2018 | 87 min, 97.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| PATHFINDER 1 Pathfinder 1 | 41787 | 2016-059E | BSKG | Sep 26, 2016 | 98 min, 97.8° | Active | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many BSky satellites are there?
The catalog lists 22 objects built on the BSky bus. 16 are in orbit and 6 have reentered.
How many BSky satellites are in orbit?
16 BSky objects are currently in orbit, of which 15 carry an active status.
Who builds the BSky bus?
The BSky bus is most commonly built by LEOSTL.
When did the first BSky satellite launch?
The first cataloged BSky satellite launched in 2016, and the most recent in 2026.