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This Earth map fragment is intended to illustrate celestial motion across the sky, emphasizing both bearing and elevational perspectives. The map's center point corresponds to the transit, showcasing celestial objects at their highest point, while elevation gradually decreases towards the map edges. This dynamic representation offers insights into the changing positions of celestial bodies with a focus on their bearing and elevational trajectories.
Your location: Santa Clara, United States
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37.3541
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This interactive map displays the real-time positions of the brightest satellites orbiting Earth. Designed for enthusiasts and researchers alike, the map allows users to track these satellites, observe their trajectories, and access information about their missions and characteristics. Ideal for educational purposes, scientific research, and general interest, this tool provides an engaging way to explore the dynamic world of satellite technology.

Satellite Flyovers Tonight

DELTA 2 R/B

Satellite pass tonight

DELTA 2 R/B
↗ 16:48 ↘ 17:02 ↑ 77°
☼ 5.1 ✣ -
The rocket booster from the Delta II launch vehicle, used for deploying satellites into orbit.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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COSMOS 2221

Satellite pass tonight

COSMOS 2221
↗ 16:56 ↘ 17:04 ↑ 45°
☼ 3.5 ✣ -
A satellite from the Soviet Cosmos series, used for military or scientific purposes.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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THOR AGENA D R/B

Satellite pass tonight

THOR AGENA D R/B
↗ 17:09 ↘ 17:15 ↑ 17°
☼ 7.4 ✣ -
A rocket booster from the Thor-Agena launch vehicle, used for launching reconnaissance satellites.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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COSMOS 1867

Satellite pass tonight

COSMOS 1867
↗ 17:16 ↘ 17:22 ↑ 28°
☼ 5.3 ✣ -
Another satellite in the Cosmos series, used for reconnaissance or scientific research.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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TERRA

Satellite pass tonight

TERRA
↗ 17:18 ↘ 17:18 ↑ 10°
☼ 4.8 ✣ -
An Earth observation satellite used for monitoring environmental and climate data.
2 flyovers expected tonight.
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SL-12 R/B(2)

Satellite pass tonight

SL-12 R/B(2)
↗ 17:19 ↘ 17:28 ↑ 36°
☼ 4.9 ✣ -
A designation for the upper stage of the Soviet Proton rocket, used for launching heavy payloads.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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COSMO-SKYMED 1

Satellite pass tonight

COSMO-SKYMED 1
↗ 17:36 ↘ 17:42 ↑ 18°
☼ 6.1 ✣ -
An Italian Earth observation satellite used for radar imaging and environmental monitoring.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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COSMOS 2151

Satellite pass tonight

COSMOS 2151
↗ 17:41 ↘ 17:48 ↑ 30°
☼ 5.7 ✣ -
A satellite in the Soviet Cosmos series, used for military or scientific research.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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SL-4 R/B

Satellite pass tonight

SL-4 R/B
↗ 17:42 ↘ 17:42 ↑ 11°
☼ 4.7 ✣ -
An upper stage of the Soviet/Russian launch vehicle used for deploying satellites.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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ATLAS CENTAUR R/B

Satellite pass tonight

ATLAS CENTAUR R/B
↗ 17:55 ↘ 17:58 ↑ 13°
☼ 6.4 ✣ -
The rocket booster from the Atlas-Centaur launch vehicle, used for delivering payloads to space.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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CZ-4B R/B

Satellite pass tonight

CZ-4B R/B
↗ 17:58 ↘ 18:01 ↑ 38°
☼ 2.9 ✣ -
The rocket booster from the Long March 4B launch vehicle, used for delivering satellites into space.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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AJISAI (EGS)

Satellite pass tonight

AJISAI (EGS)
↗ 18:16 ↘ 18:18 ↑ 20°
☼ 7 ✣ -
A Japanese geodetic satellite used for Earth observation and scientific studies.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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SEASAT 1

Satellite pass tonight

SEASAT 1
↗ 18:33 ↘ 18:36 ↑ 55°
☼ 3.8 ✣ -
An Earth observation satellite launched by NASA to study oceanographic phenomena.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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AQUA

Satellite pass tonight

AQUA
↗ 01:10 ↘ 01:10 ↑ 12°
☼ 6 ✣ -
An Earth observation satellite used for studying water and climate data.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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COSMOS 2428

Satellite pass tonight

COSMOS 2428
↗ 01:34 ↘ 01:36 ↑ 34°
☼ 4.9 ✣ -
A satellite in the Russian Cosmos series, used for various military or scientific applications.
2 flyovers expected tonight.
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SL-14 R/B

Satellite pass tonight

SL-14 R/B
↗ 01:56 ↘ 01:58 ↑ 33°
☼ 5.4 ✣ -
An upper stage of the Soviet launch vehicle used in the deployment of satellites.
2 flyovers expected tonight.
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MIDORI II (ADEOS-II)

Satellite pass tonight

MIDORI II (ADEOS-II)
↗ 01:56 ↘ 01:56 ↑ 12°
☼ 5.3 ✣ -
A Japanese satellite used for Earth observation and environmental monitoring.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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SL-3 R/B

Satellite pass tonight

SL-3 R/B
↗ 02:08 ↘ 02:12 ↑ 27°
☼ 5.4 ✣ -
A common designation for the upper stages of Soviet launch vehicles, often used to deploy various types of satellites.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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COSMOS 2228

Satellite pass tonight

COSMOS 2228
↗ 02:32 ↘ 02:38 ↑ 25°
☼ 5.9 ✣ -
Another satellite in the Cosmos program, used for various applications including military.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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RESURS-DK 1

Satellite pass tonight

RESURS-DK 1
↗ 03:09 ↘ 03:15 ↑ 19°
☼ 5.7 ✣ -
A Russian Earth observation satellite used for environmental monitoring and mapping.
1 flyover expected tonight.
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