LM AS Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The LM AS bus accounts for 9 cataloged objects, of which 3 are in orbit and 0 are active. 6 have reentered. Most are built by GRUM. The largest operator on this bus is MSC. The first launched in 1968, the most recent in 1972.
3
In orbit
0
Active
9
Total launched
6
Reentered
LM AS launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged LM AS satellites.
| Manufacturer | GRUM |
|---|---|
| Launch mass | 3752 kg |
| Dry mass | 2059 kg |
| Length | 3.2 m |
| Diameter | 4.3 m |
| Span | 3.2 m |
| Shape | Irr |
| Typical orbit | 104 min period, 83° inclination |
Top operators
MSC 9
Top countries
US 9
LM AS satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APOLLO 17 LM Apollo 17 LM | 06307 | · | MSC | Dec 7, 1972 | · | Reentered | ◉ |
| APOLLO 16 LM (ORION) Apollo 16 LM | 06005 | 1972-031C | MSC | Apr 16, 1972 | 104 min, 82.8° | Inactive | ◉ |
| APOLLO 15 LM Apollo 15 LM | 05366 | · | MSC | Jul 26, 1971 | · | Reentered | ◉ |
| APOLLO 14 LM Apollo 14 LM | 04905 | · | MSC | Jan 31, 1971 | · | Reentered | ◉ |
| APOLLO 12 LM APS Apollo 12 LM | 04246 | · | MSC | Nov 14, 1969 | · | Reentered | ◉ |
| APOLLO 11 LM APS Apollo 11 LM | 04041 | · | MSC | Jul 16, 1969 | · | Inactive | ◉ |
| APOLLO 10 LM APS Apollo 10 LM | 03949 | · | MSC | May 18, 1969 | · | Inactive | ◉ |
| APOLLO 9 LM APS Apollo 9 LM | 03771 | 1969-018C | MSC | Mar 3, 1969 | 88 min, 28.8° | Reentered | ◉ |
| APOLLO 5 LM APS Apollo 5 LM | 03106 | 1968-007A | MSC | Jan 23, 1968 | 88 min, 31.6° | Reentered | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many LM AS satellites are there?
The catalog lists 9 objects built on the LM AS bus. 3 are in orbit and 6 have reentered.
How many LM AS satellites are in orbit?
3 LM AS objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the LM AS bus?
The LM AS bus is most commonly built by GRUM.
When did the first LM AS satellite launch?
The first cataloged LM AS satellite launched in 1968, and the most recent in 1972.