CSSHQ Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The CSSHQ bus accounts for 4 cataloged objects, of which 1 are in orbit and 1 are active. 3 have reentered. Most are built by CAST. The largest operator on this bus is ZLZB. The first launched in 2020, the most recent in 2026.
1
In orbit
1
Active
4
Total launched
3
Reentered
CSSHQ launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged CSSHQ satellites.
| Manufacturer | CAST |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Space plane |
| Launch mass | 8000 kg |
| Dry mass | 8000 kg |
| Length | 10 m |
| Diameter | 3.5 m |
| Span | 10 m |
| Shape | Box+wings |
| Power | ? |
| Typical orbit | 97 min period, 50° inclination |
Top operators
ZLZB 4
Top countries
CN 3 PRC 1
CSSHQ satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRC TEST SPACECRAFT 4 | 67689 | 2026-024A | ZLZB | Feb 7, 2026 | 97 min, 50.0° | Active | ◉ |
| PRC TEST SPACECRAFT 3 Chonfu Shiyong Shiyan HQ 3 | 58573 | 2023-195A | ZLZB | Dec 14, 2023 | 91 min, 50.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| PRC TEST SPACECRAFT 2 Chonfu Shiyong Shiyan HQ 2 | 53357 | 2022-093A | ZLZB | Aug 4, 2022 | 91 min, 50.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| PRC TEST SPACECRAFT Chonfu Shiyong Shiyan HQ | 46389 | 2020-063A | ZLZB | Sep 4, 2020 | 91 min, 50.2° | Reentered | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many CSSHQ satellites are there?
The catalog lists 4 objects built on the CSSHQ bus. 1 are in orbit and 3 have reentered.
How many CSSHQ satellites are in orbit?
1 CSSHQ objects are currently in orbit, of which 1 carry an active status.
Who builds the CSSHQ bus?
The CSSHQ bus is most commonly built by CAST.
When did the first CSSHQ satellite launch?
The first cataloged CSSHQ satellite launched in 2020, and the most recent in 2026.