Gaofen 1-04 — pass prediction & tasking

Gaofen 1-04 is an optical satellite operated by China’s Ministry of Land and Resources, Ministry of Environmental Protection, and Ministry of Agriculture in sso orbit at roughly 640 km altitude (NORAD 43262, COSPAR 2018-031D).

Operator: China’s Ministry of Land and Resources, Ministry of Environmental Protection, and Ministry of Agriculture

Frequently asked questions

When does Gaofen 1-04 pass over my location?

Use PassPrediction's pass search to compute Gaofen 1-04's upcoming overpasses over any area of interest, with elevation, off-nadir angle, and ascending/descending node.

What orbit is Gaofen 1-04 in?

Gaofen 1-04 is in sso orbit at about 640 km, inclination 98°.

Who operates Gaofen 1-04?

Gaofen 1-04 is operated by China’s Ministry of Land and Resources, Ministry of Environmental Protection, and Ministry of Agriculture.

What is Gaofen 1-04's NORAD ID?

Gaofen 1-04 is cataloged as NORAD 43262 (COSPAR 2018-031D).

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