JB-16 Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The JB-16 bus accounts for 4 cataloged objects, of which 4 are in orbit and 4 are active. Most are built by CAST/YWZB. The largest operator on this bus is YWZB. The first launched in 2020, the most recent in 2024.
4
In orbit
4
Active
4
Total launched
0
Reentered
JB-16 launched per year
Still in orbit Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged JB-16 satellites.
| Manufacturer | CAST/YWZB |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Earth observation |
| Launch mass | 3000 kg |
| Dry mass | 3000 kg |
| Length | 2 m |
| Diameter | 2 m |
| Span | 8 m |
| Shape | Box + 2 Pan |
| Power | Solar arrays, batteries |
| Typical orbit | 95 min period, 97° inclination |
Top operators
YWZB 3 ZLZB 1
Top countries
CN 4
JB-16 satellites
Track any of them live in KeepTrack.
| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GAOFEN-11 05 Gao Fen 11-05 | 60249 | 2024-130A | YWZB | Jul 19, 2024 | 95 min, 97.4° | Active | ◉ |
| GAOFEN-11 04 Gao Fen 11-04 | 54818 | 2022-176A | YWZB | Dec 27, 2022 | 95 min, 97.4° | Active | ◉ |
| GAOFEN-11 03 Gao Fen 11-03 | 49492 | 2021-107A | YWZB | Nov 20, 2021 | 95 min, 97.2° | Active | ◉ |
| GAOFEN-11 02 Gao Fen 11-02 | 46396 | 2020-064A | ZLZB | Sep 7, 2020 | 95 min, 97.5° | Active | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many JB-16 satellites are there?
The catalog lists 4 objects built on the JB-16 bus. 4 are in orbit and 0 have reentered.
How many JB-16 satellites are in orbit?
4 JB-16 objects are currently in orbit, of which 4 carry an active status.
Who builds the JB-16 bus?
The JB-16 bus is most commonly built by CAST/YWZB.
When did the first JB-16 satellite launch?
The first cataloged JB-16 satellite launched in 2020, and the most recent in 2024.