GPS IIF Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The GPS IIF bus accounts for 12 cataloged objects, of which 12 are in orbit and 11 are active. Most are built by BOES. The largest operator on this bus is AFSMC. The first launched in 2010, the most recent in 2016.
12
In orbit
11
Active
12
Total launched
0
Reentered
GPS IIF launched per year
Still in orbit Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged GPS IIF satellites.
| Manufacturer | BOES |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Navigation |
| Launch mass | 1630 kg |
| Dry mass | 1500 kg |
| Length | 2.5 m |
| Diameter | 1.8 m |
| Span | 18 m |
| Shape | Box + 2 Pan |
| Power | 2 deployable solar arrays, batteries |
| Propulsion | AOCS |
| Design life | 12 years |
| Equipment | ? |
| Typical orbit | 718 min period, 54° inclination |
Top operators
AFSMC 12
Top countries
US 12
GPS IIF satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NAVSTAR 76 (USA 266) GPS IIF-12 | 41328 | 2016-007A | AFSMC | Feb 5, 2016 | 718 min, 55.5° | Active | ◉ |
| NAVSTAR 75 (USA 265) GPS IIF-11 | 41019 | 2015-062A | AFSMC | Oct 31, 2015 | 718 min, 57.0° | Active | ◉ |
| NAVSTAR 74 (USA 262) GPS IIF-10 | 40730 | 2015-033A | AFSMC | Jul 15, 2015 | 718 min, 54.0° | Active | ◉ |
| NAVSTAR 73 (USA 260) GPS IIF-9 | 40534 | 2015-013A | AFSMC | Mar 25, 2015 | 718 min, 53.0° | Active | ◉ |
| NAVSTAR 72 (USA 258) GPS IIF-8 | 40294 | 2014-068A | AFSMC | Oct 29, 2014 | 718 min, 57.0° | Active | ◉ |
| NAVSTAR 71 (USA 256) GPS IIF-7 | 40105 | 2014-045A | AFSMC | Aug 2, 2014 | 718 min, 55.4° | Active | ◉ |
| NAVSTAR 70 (USA 251) GPS IIF-6 | 39741 | 2014-026A | AFSMC | May 17, 2014 | 718 min, 56.5° | Active | ◉ |
| NAVSTAR 69 (USA 248) GPS IIF-5 | 39533 | 2014-008A | AFSMC | Feb 21, 2014 | 718 min, 53.7° | Active | ◉ |
| NAVSTAR 68 (USA 242) GPS IIF-4 | 39166 | 2013-023A | AFSMC | May 15, 2013 | 718 min, 54.5° | Active | ◉ |
| NAVSTAR 67 (USA 239) GPS IIF-3 | 38833 | 2012-053A | AFSMC | Oct 4, 2012 | 718 min, 53.6° | Active | ◉ |
| NAVSTAR 66 (USA 232) GPS IIF-2 | 37753 | 2011-036A | AFSMC | Jul 16, 2011 | 718 min, 56.5° | Inactive | ◉ |
| NAVSTAR 65 (USA 213) GPS IIF-1 | 36585 | 2010-022A | AFSMC | May 28, 2010 | 718 min, 54.3° | Active | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many GPS IIF satellites are there?
The catalog lists 12 objects built on the GPS IIF bus. 12 are in orbit and 0 have reentered.
How many GPS IIF satellites are in orbit?
12 GPS IIF objects are currently in orbit, of which 11 carry an active status.
Who builds the GPS IIF bus?
The GPS IIF bus is most commonly built by BOES.
When did the first GPS IIF satellite launch?
The first cataloged GPS IIF satellite launched in 2010, and the most recent in 2016.