Diwata Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The Diwata bus accounts for 3 cataloged objects, of which 1 are in orbit and 1 are active. 2 have reentered. Most are built by UPD/HOKK. The largest operator on this bus is DOST/UPD. The first launched in 2016, the most recent in 2021.
1
In orbit
1
Active
3
Total launched
2
Reentered
Diwata launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged Diwata satellites.
| Manufacturer | UPD/HOKK |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Earth observation |
| Launch mass | 50 kg |
| Dry mass | 50 kg |
| Length | 0.5 m |
| Diameter | 0.5 m |
| Span | 1.5 m |
| Shape | Box+ 2 pan |
| Power | Solar cells, batteries |
| Propulsion | None |
| Typical orbit | 96 min period, 98° inclination |
Top operators
DOST/UPD 2 MAEU/HOKK 1
Top countries
PH 2 MYM 1
Diwata satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MMSATS-1 Lawkanat 1 | 47976 | 1998-067SJ | MAEU/HOKK | Mar 22, 2021 | 87 min, 51.6° | Reentered | ◉ |
| DIWATA-2B Phillipines-OSCAR-101 | 43678 | 2018-084H | DOST/UPD | Oct 29, 2018 | 96 min, 98.1° | Active | ◉ |
| DIWATA-1 Diwata-1 | 41463 | 1998-067HT | DOST/UPD | Apr 27, 2016 | 87 min, 51.6° | Reentered | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many Diwata satellites are there?
The catalog lists 3 objects built on the Diwata bus. 1 are in orbit and 2 have reentered.
How many Diwata satellites are in orbit?
1 Diwata objects are currently in orbit, of which 1 carry an active status.
Who builds the Diwata bus?
The Diwata bus is most commonly built by UPD/HOKK.
When did the first Diwata satellite launch?
The first cataloged Diwata satellite launched in 2016, and the most recent in 2021.