OV1 Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The OV1 bus accounts for 14 cataloged objects, of which 7 are in orbit and 0 are active. 7 have reentered. Most are built by GDC. The largest operator on this bus is OAR. The first launched in 1965, the most recent in 1969.
7
In orbit
0
Active
14
Total launched
7
Reentered
OV1 launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged OV1 satellites.
| Manufacturer | GDC |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Experimental |
| Launch mass | 141 kg |
| Dry mass | 141 kg |
| Length | 1.4 m |
| Diameter | 0.7 m |
| Span | 1.4 m |
| Shape | Domed Cyl |
| Power | Solar cells, batteries |
| Propulsion | None |
| Equipment | see above |
| Typical orbit | 104 min period, 100° inclination |
Top operators
OAR 13 OAR/AFSSD 1
Top countries
US 14
OV1 satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OV1-19 OV1-19 | 03825 | 1969-025C | OAR | Mar 18, 1969 | 150 min, 104.8° | Inactive | ◉ |
| OV1-18 OV1-18 | 03824 | 1969-025B | OAR | Mar 18, 1969 | 88 min, 98.8° | Reentered | ◉ |
| OV1-17 OV1-17 | 03823 | 1969-025A | OAR | Mar 18, 1969 | 88 min, 99.2° | Reentered | ◉ |
| OV1-15 (SPADES) OV1-15 | 03318 | 1968-059A | OAR | Jul 11, 1968 | 88 min, 89.8° | Reentered | ◉ |
| OV1-14 OV1-14 | 03174 | 1968-026B | OAR | Apr 6, 1968 | 207 min, 100.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
| OV1-13 OV1-13 | 03173 | 1968-026A | OAR | Apr 6, 1968 | 198 min, 99.9° | Inactive | ◉ |
| OV1-12 OV1-12 | 02901 | 1967-072D | OAR | Jul 27, 1967 | 88 min, 101.6° | Reentered | ◉ |
| OV1-86 OV1-86 | 02893 | 1967-072A | OAR | Jul 27, 1967 | 87 min, 101.7° | Reentered | ◉ |
| OV1-10 OV1-10 | 02611 | 1966-111B | OAR | Dec 11, 1966 | 87 min, 93.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| OV1-9 OV1-9 | 02610 | 1966-111A | OAR | Dec 11, 1966 | 138 min, 99.1° | Inactive | ◉ |
| OV1-6 OV1-6S | 02527 | 1966-099C | OAR/AFSSD | Nov 3, 1966 | 88 min, 32.8° | Reentered | ◉ |
| OV1-5 OV1-5 | 02122 | 1966-025B | OAR | Mar 30, 1966 | 105 min, 144.6° | Inactive | ◉ |
| OV1-4 OV1-4 | 02121 | 1966-025A | OAR | Mar 30, 1966 | 104 min, 144.5° | Inactive | ◉ |
| OV1-2 OV1-2 | 01613 | 1965-078A | OAR | Oct 5, 1965 | 111 min, 144.2° | Inactive | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many OV1 satellites are there?
The catalog lists 14 objects built on the OV1 bus. 7 are in orbit and 7 have reentered.
How many OV1 satellites are in orbit?
7 OV1 objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the OV1 bus?
The OV1 bus is most commonly built by GDC.
When did the first OV1 satellite launch?
The first cataloged OV1 satellite launched in 1965, and the most recent in 1969.