IC Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The IC bus accounts for 14 cataloged objects, of which 14 are in orbit and 7 are active. Most are built by LMSS/NGAS. The largest operator on this bus is National Reconnaissance Office. The first launched in 1987, the most recent in 2022.
14
In orbit
7
Active
14
Total launched
0
Reentered
IC launched per year
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Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged IC satellites.
| Manufacturer | LMSS/NGAS |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Reconnaissance, electro-optical |
| Launch mass | 14000 kg |
| Dry mass | 10500 kg |
| Length | 10 m |
| Diameter | 3.1 m |
| Span | 10 m |
| Shape | Cyl + 2 Pan |
| Power | Deployable solar arrays, batteries |
| Propulsion | Bus-1 |
| Design life | + 7.5 years |
| Equipment | ? |
| Typical orbit | 97 min period, 0° inclination |
Top operators
National Reconnaissance Office 13 NROC/CIA 1
Top countries
US 14
IC satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA 338 USA 338 | 53883 | 2022-117A | NROC | Sep 24, 2022 | · | Active | ◉ |
| USA 326 USA 326 | 51445 | 2022-009A | NROC | Feb 2, 2022 | 95 min, 97.4° | Active | ◉ |
| USA 314 USA 314 | 48247 | 2021-032A | NROC | Apr 26, 2021 | 98 min, 98.0° | Active | ◉ |
| USA 290 USA 290 | 43941 | 2019-004A | NROC | Jan 19, 2019 | 93 min, 73.6° | Active | ◉ |
| USA 245 USA 245 | 39232 | 2013-043A | NROC | Aug 28, 2013 | 97 min, 97.9° | Active | ◉ |
| USA 224 USA 224 | 37348 | 2011-002A | NROC | Jan 20, 2011 | 97 min, 97.9° | Active | ◉ |
| USA 186 USA 186 | 28888 | 2005-042A | NROC | Oct 19, 2005 | 92 min, 96.9° | Active | ◉ |
| USA 161 USA 161 | 26934 | 2001-044A | NROC | Oct 5, 2001 | · | Inactive | ◉ |
| USA 129 USA 129 | 24680 | 1996-072A | NROC | Dec 20, 1996 | · | Inactive | ◉ |
| USA 116 USA 116 | 23728 | 1995-066A | NROC/CIA | Dec 5, 1995 | · | Inactive | ◉ |
| USA 86 USA 86 | 22251 | 1992-083A | NRO/CIA | Nov 28, 1992 | · | Inactive | ◉ |
| USA 53 USA 53 | 20516 | 1990-019B | NRO | Feb 28, 1990 | · | Inactive | ◉ |
| USA 33 USA 33 | 19625 | 1988-099A | NRO/CIA | Nov 6, 1988 | · | Inactive | ◉ |
| USA 27 USA 27 | 18441 | 1987-090A | NRO/CIA | Oct 26, 1987 | · | Inactive | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many IC satellites are there?
The catalog lists 14 objects built on the IC bus. 14 are in orbit and 0 have reentered.
How many IC satellites are in orbit?
14 IC objects are currently in orbit, of which 7 carry an active status.
Who builds the IC bus?
The IC bus is most commonly built by LMSS/NGAS.
When did the first IC satellite launch?
The first cataloged IC satellite launched in 1987, and the most recent in 2022.