SkySat-Gen2 Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The SkySat-Gen2 bus accounts for 19 cataloged objects, of which 13 are in orbit and 12 are active. 6 have reentered. Most are built by SSLMAX. The largest operator on this bus is Planet Labs. The first launched in 2016, the most recent in 2020.
13
In orbit
12
Active
19
Total launched
6
Reentered
SkySat-Gen2 launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged SkySat-Gen2 satellites.
| Manufacturer | SSLMAX |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Earth Observation |
| Launch mass | 110 kg |
| Dry mass | 110 kg |
| Length | 1.2 m |
| Diameter | 0.5 m |
| Span | 0.5 m |
| Shape | Box |
| Power | Solar cells, batteries |
| Propulsion | ? x 1 N HPGP thrusters |
| Design life | 6 years |
| Typical orbit | 94 min period, 97° inclination |
Top operators
Planet Labs 14 TBELLA 5
Top countries
US 19
SkySat-Gen2 satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKYSAT-C19 SkySat C19 | 46235 | 2020-057BS | PLABST | Aug 18, 2020 | 88 min, 53.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C18 SkySat C18 | 46180 | 2020-057BR | PLABST | Aug 18, 2020 | 87 min, 53.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C17 SkySat C17 | 46179 | 2020-057BQ | PLABST | Aug 18, 2020 | 87 min, 52.9° | Reentered | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C15 SkySat C15 | 45790 | 2020-038BN | PLABST | Jun 13, 2020 | 88 min, 52.9° | Reentered | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C16 SkySat C16 | 45789 | 2020-038BM | PLABST | Jun 13, 2020 | 87 min, 52.9° | Reentered | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C14 SkySat C14 | 45788 | 2020-038BL | PLABST | Jun 13, 2020 | 87 min, 52.9° | Reentered | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C13 SkySat C13 | 43802 | 2018-099AW | PLABST | Dec 3, 2018 | 87 min, 96.9° | Active | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C12 SkySat C12 | 43797 | 2018-099AR | PLABST | Dec 3, 2018 | 93 min, 96.9° | Active | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C6 SkySat C6 | 42992 | 2017-068F | PLABST | Oct 31, 2017 | 94 min, 97.5° | Active | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C7 SkySat C7 | 42991 | 2017-068E | PLABST | Oct 31, 2017 | 94 min, 97.5° | Active | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C8 SkySat C8 | 42990 | 2017-068D | PLABST | Oct 31, 2017 | 94 min, 97.5° | Active | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C9 SkySat C9 | 42989 | 2017-068C | PLABST | Oct 31, 2017 | 93 min, 97.4° | Active | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C10 SkySat C10 | 42988 | 2017-068B | PLABST | Oct 31, 2017 | 94 min, 97.5° | Active | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C11 SkySat C11 | 42987 | 2017-068A | PLABST | Oct 31, 2017 | 92 min, 97.4° | Active | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C3 SkySat C3 | 41774 | 2016-058E | TBELLA | Sep 16, 2016 | 93 min, 96.9° | Inactive | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C2 SkySat C2 | 41773 | 2016-058D | TBELLA | Sep 16, 2016 | 93 min, 97.0° | Active | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C5 SkySat C5 | 41772 | 2016-058C | TBELLA | Sep 16, 2016 | 94 min, 97.0° | Active | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C4 SkySat C4 | 41771 | 2016-058B | TBELLA | Sep 16, 2016 | 93 min, 96.9° | Active | ◉ |
| SKYSAT-C1 SkySat C1 | 41601 | 2016-040C | TBELLA | Jun 22, 2016 | 94 min, 97.0° | Active | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many SkySat-Gen2 satellites are there?
The catalog lists 19 objects built on the SkySat-Gen2 bus. 13 are in orbit and 6 have reentered.
How many SkySat-Gen2 satellites are in orbit?
13 SkySat-Gen2 objects are currently in orbit, of which 12 carry an active status.
Who builds the SkySat-Gen2 bus?
The SkySat-Gen2 bus is most commonly built by SSLMAX.
When did the first SkySat-Gen2 satellite launch?
The first cataloged SkySat-Gen2 satellite launched in 2016, and the most recent in 2020.