FY-2 Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-22.
The FY-2 bus accounts for 8 cataloged objects, of which 8 are in orbit and 2 are active. Most are built by SISE. The largest operator on this bus is NSMC. The first launched in 1997, the most recent in 2018.
8
In orbit
2
Active
8
Total launched
0
Reentered
FY-2 launched per year
Still in orbit Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged FY-2 satellites.
| Manufacturer | SISE |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Meteorology |
| Launch mass | 651 kg |
| Dry mass | 600 kg |
| Length | 3 m |
| Diameter | 2.1 m |
| Span | 3 m |
| Shape | Cyl |
| Power | Solar cells, batteries |
| Propulsion | Shanxi AKM |
| Typical orbit | 1436 min period, 3° inclination |
Top operators
NSMC 8
Top countries
CN 8
FY-2 satellites
Track any of them live in KeepTrack.
| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FENGYUN 2H Feng Yun 2H | 43491 | 2018-050A | NSMC | Jun 5, 2018 | 1436 min, 3.1° | Active | ◉ |
| FENGYUN 2G Feng Yun 2G | 40367 | 2014-090A | NSMC | Dec 31, 2014 | 1436 min, 5.7° | Active | ◉ |
| FENGYUN 2F Feng Yun 2F | 38049 | 2012-002A | NSMC | Jan 13, 2012 | 1452 min, 7.7° | Inactive | ◉ |
| FENGYUN 2E Feng Yun 2E | 33463 | 2008-066A | NSMC | Dec 23, 2008 | 1453 min, 9.3° | Inactive | ◉ |
| FENGYUN 2D Feng Yun 2D | 29640 | 2006-053A | NSMC | Dec 8, 2006 | 1466 min, 11.1° | Inactive | ◉ |
| FENGYUN 2C Feng Yun 2C | 28451 | 2004-042A | NSMC | Oct 19, 2004 | 1468 min, 12.5° | Inactive | ◉ |
| FENGYUN 2B Feng Yun 2B | 26382 | 2000-032A | NSMC | Jun 25, 2000 | 1439 min, 13.3° | Inactive | ◉ |
| FENGYUN 2A Feng Yun 2A | 24834 | 1997-029A | NSMC | Jun 10, 1997 | 1499 min, 15.7° | Inactive | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many FY-2 satellites are there?
The catalog lists 8 objects built on the FY-2 bus. 8 are in orbit and 0 have reentered.
How many FY-2 satellites are in orbit?
8 FY-2 objects are currently in orbit, of which 2 carry an active status.
Who builds the FY-2 bus?
The FY-2 bus is most commonly built by SISE.
When did the first FY-2 satellite launch?
The first cataloged FY-2 satellite launched in 1997, and the most recent in 2018.