Lynk Shannon Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The Lynk Shannon bus accounts for 8 cataloged objects, of which 4 are in orbit and 5 are active. 2 have reentered. Most are built by LYNK. The largest operator on this bus is LYNK. The first launched in 2021, the most recent in 2026.
4
In orbit
5
Active
8
Total launched
2
Reentered
Lynk Shannon launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged Lynk Shannon satellites.
| Manufacturer | LYNK |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Communications |
| Launch mass | 85 kg |
| Dry mass | 80 kg |
| Length | 0.15 m |
| Diameter | 1 m |
| Span | 1 m |
| Shape | Box |
| Power | solar cells, batteries |
| Typical orbit | 94 min period, 97° inclination |
Top operators
LYNK 8
Top countries
US 8
Lynk Shannon satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEN1A-2 | 69005 | 2026-100AB | LYNK | May 3, 2026 | 95 min, 97.4° | Inactive | ◉ |
| GEN1A-1 | 69004 | 2026-100AA | LYNK | May 3, 2026 | 95 min, 97.4° | Inactive | ◉ |
| LYNK TOWER 6 Lynk Tower 6 | 59123 | 2024-043AB | LYNK | Mar 4, 2024 | 94 min, 97.6° | Active | ◉ |
| LYNK TOWER 5 Lynk Tower 5 | 59121 | 2024-043Z | LYNK | Mar 4, 2024 | 94 min, 97.6° | Active | ◉ |
| LYNK TOWER 3 Lynk Tower 3 | 55046 | 2023-001AP | LYNK | Jan 3, 2023 | 94 min, 97.3° | Active | ◉ |
| LYNK TOWER 4 Lynk Tower 4 | 55034 | 2023-001AB | LYNK | Jan 3, 2023 | 94 min, 97.3° | Active | ◉ |
| LYNK TOWER 1 Lynk Tower 1 | 52162 | 2022-033F | LYNK | Apr 1, 2022 | 88 min, 97.2° | Reentered | ◉ |
| SHANNON Shannon | 48938 | 2021-059BM | LYNK | Jun 30, 2021 | 88 min, 97.6° | Reentered | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many Lynk Shannon satellites are there?
The catalog lists 8 objects built on the Lynk Shannon bus. 4 are in orbit and 2 have reentered.
How many Lynk Shannon satellites are in orbit?
4 Lynk Shannon objects are currently in orbit, of which 5 carry an active status.
Who builds the Lynk Shannon bus?
The Lynk Shannon bus is most commonly built by LYNK.
When did the first Lynk Shannon satellite launch?
The first cataloged Lynk Shannon satellite launched in 2021, and the most recent in 2026.