SA-200S Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The SA-200S bus accounts for 4 cataloged objects, of which 0 are in orbit and 0 are active. 4 have reentered. Most are built by SPA. The largest operator on this bus is AFPLH. The first launched in 1992, the most recent in 2002.
0
In orbit
0
Active
4
Total launched
4
Reentered
SA-200S launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged SA-200S satellites.
| Manufacturer | SPA |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Research |
| Launch mass | 147 kg |
| Dry mass | 147 kg |
| Length | 1.4 m |
| Diameter | 1.1 m |
| Span | 1.4 m |
| Shape | Box + Pan |
| Power | Solar cells, batteries |
| Propulsion | ? |
| Design life | 1 year (reentered after 18 months fully functional) |
| Equipment | ? |
Top operators
Top countries
US 4
SA-200S satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RHESSI RHESSI | 27370 | 2002-004A | GSFC | Feb 5, 2002 | 88 min, 38.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MSTI 3 MSTI 3 | 23868 | 1996-031A | AFPLH | May 17, 1996 | 91 min, 97.1° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MSTI 2 MSTI-2 | 23101 | 1994-028A | AFPLH/BMDO | May 9, 1994 | 87 min, 97.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MSTI 1 MSTI-1 | 22229 | 1992-078A | AFPLH/SDIO | Nov 21, 1992 | 87 min, 96.7° | Reentered | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many SA-200S satellites are there?
The catalog lists 4 objects built on the SA-200S bus. 0 are in orbit and 4 have reentered.
How many SA-200S satellites are in orbit?
0 SA-200S objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the SA-200S bus?
The SA-200S bus is most commonly built by SPA.
When did the first SA-200S satellite launch?
The first cataloged SA-200S satellite launched in 1992, and the most recent in 2002.