YH-2 Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The YH-2 bus accounts for 12 cataloged objects, of which 12 are in orbit and 12 are active. Most are built by DFHS. The largest operator on this bus is CASC. The first launched in 2018, the most recent in 2024.
12
In orbit
12
Active
12
Total launched
0
Reentered
YH-2 launched per year
Still in orbit Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged YH-2 satellites.
| Manufacturer | DFHS |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Meteorology |
| Launch mass | 100 kg |
| Dry mass | 100 kg |
| Length | 0.5 m |
| Diameter | 0.2 m |
| Span | 1 m |
| Shape | Box + 2 pan |
| Power | Solar arrays, batteries |
| Typical orbit | 101 min period, 50° inclination |
Top operators
CASC 12
Top countries
CN 12
YH-2 satellites
Track any of them live in KeepTrack.
| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBJECT F Yunhai-2 02 zu 06 xing | 59285 | 2024-052F | CASC | Mar 21, 2024 | 101 min, 50.0° | Active | ◉ |
| OBJECT E Yunhai-2 02 zu 05 xing | 59284 | 2024-052E | CASC | Mar 21, 2024 | 101 min, 50.0° | Active | ◉ |
| OBJECT D Yunhai-2 02 zu 04 xing | 59283 | 2024-052D | CASC | Mar 21, 2024 | 101 min, 50.0° | Active | ◉ |
| OBJECT C Yunhai-2 02 zu 03 xing | 59282 | 2024-052C | CASC | Mar 21, 2024 | 101 min, 50.0° | Active | ◉ |
| OBJECT B Yunhai-2 02 zu 02 xing | 59281 | 2024-052B | CASC | Mar 21, 2024 | 101 min, 50.0° | Active | ◉ |
| OBJECT A Yunhai-2 02 zu 01 xing | 59280 | 2024-052A | CASC | Mar 21, 2024 | 101 min, 50.0° | Active | ◉ |
| YUNHAI-2 06 Yunhai-2 06 xing | 43915 | 2018-112G | CASC | Dec 29, 2018 | 101 min, 50.0° | Active | ◉ |
| YUNHAI-2 05 Yunhai-2 05 xing | 43913 | 2018-112E | CASC | Dec 29, 2018 | 101 min, 50.0° | Active | ◉ |
| YUNHAI-2 04 Yunhai-2 04 xing | 43912 | 2018-112D | CASC | Dec 29, 2018 | 101 min, 50.0° | Active | ◉ |
| YUNHAI-2 03 Yunhai-2 03 xing | 43911 | 2018-112C | CASC | Dec 29, 2018 | 101 min, 50.0° | Active | ◉ |
| YUNHAI-2 02 Yunhai-2 02 xing | 43910 | 2018-112B | CASC | Dec 29, 2018 | 101 min, 50.0° | Active | ◉ |
| YUNHAI-2 01 Yunhai-2 01 xing | 43909 | 2018-112A | CASC | Dec 29, 2018 | 101 min, 50.0° | Active | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many YH-2 satellites are there?
The catalog lists 12 objects built on the YH-2 bus. 12 are in orbit and 0 have reentered.
How many YH-2 satellites are in orbit?
12 YH-2 objects are currently in orbit, of which 12 carry an active status.
Who builds the YH-2 bus?
The YH-2 bus is most commonly built by DFHS.
When did the first YH-2 satellite launch?
The first cataloged YH-2 satellite launched in 2018, and the most recent in 2024.