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CAS500-2
Earth Observation · CAST / China
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China's CAS500-2 commercial observation platform demonstrates China's ability to offer reliable mid-resolution Earth observation at competitive prices. As Chinese satellite manufacturers enter the global market for commercial platforms, they are following the path of Chinese electronics — from domestic supply chain to world export.
Its orbit
- Orbit
- Low Earth Orbitcan appear as a fast-moving star at dawn or dusk
- Altitude
- 312–321 mi (502–516 km)
- Inclination
- 97.4°
- One orbit
- 94.7 minutes15.2 orbits a day
- NORAD ID
- 69013
- Int’l designator
- 2026-100AK
- Launched
- 2026
Orbital elements from CelesTrak, as of 22 Sep 2026.