Star-2.4 Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The Star-2.4 bus accounts for 4 cataloged objects, of which 4 are in orbit and 3 are active. Most are built by OSCD. The largest operator on this bus is SES. The first launched in 2011, the most recent in 2014.
4
In orbit
3
Active
4
Total launched
0
Reentered
Star-2.4 launched per year
Still in orbit Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged Star-2.4 satellites.
| Manufacturer | OSCD |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Communication |
| Launch mass | 2938 kg |
| Dry mass | 1500 kg |
| Length | 4.3 m |
| Diameter | 2.3 m |
| Span | 18 m |
| Shape | Box + 2 Pan |
| Power | 2 deployable solar arrays, batteries |
| Propulsion | BT-4 |
| Design life | 15 years (fueled for >16 years) |
| Equipment | 24 active C-band, 24 Ku-band and 2 Ka-band transponders; CHIRP (#2 only) |
| Typical orbit | 1436 min period, 0° inclination |
Top operators
SES 3 HISPM/HISP 1
Top countries
UK 3 BR 1
Star-2.4 satellites
Track any of them live in KeepTrack.
| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMAZONAS 4A Amazonas 4A | 39616 | 2014-011A | HISPM/HISP | Mar 22, 2014 | 1436 min, 0.1° | Inactive | ◉ |
| SES-8 SES-8 | 39460 | 2013-071A | SESSL | Dec 3, 2013 | 1436 min, 0.0° | Active | ◉ |
| SES-2 SES-2 | 37809 | 2011-049A | SESSL | Sep 21, 2011 | 1436 min, 0.1° | Active | ◉ |
| SES-3 SES-3 | 37748 | 2011-035A | SESSL | Jul 15, 2011 | 1436 min, 1.4° | Active | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many Star-2.4 satellites are there?
The catalog lists 4 objects built on the Star-2.4 bus. 4 are in orbit and 0 have reentered.
How many Star-2.4 satellites are in orbit?
4 Star-2.4 objects are currently in orbit, of which 3 carry an active status.
Who builds the Star-2.4 bus?
The Star-2.4 bus is most commonly built by OSCD.
When did the first Star-2.4 satellite launch?
The first cataloged Star-2.4 satellite launched in 2011, and the most recent in 2014.