Gaofen 2 — pass prediction & tasking

Gaofen 2 is an optical satellite operated by China National Academy of Sciences (CNSAS) in sso orbit at roughly 628 km altitude (NORAD 40118, COSPAR 2014-049A).

Operator: China National Academy of Sciences (CNSAS)

Frequently asked questions

When does Gaofen 2 pass over my location?

Use PassPrediction's pass search to compute Gaofen 2's upcoming overpasses over any area of interest, with elevation, off-nadir angle, and ascending/descending node.

What orbit is Gaofen 2 in?

Gaofen 2 is in sso orbit at about 628 km, inclination 98°.

Who operates Gaofen 2?

Gaofen 2 is operated by China National Academy of Sciences (CNSAS).

What is Gaofen 2's NORAD ID?

Gaofen 2 is cataloged as NORAD 40118 (COSPAR 2014-049A).

Verify on a reference tracker

Cross-check NORAD 40118 / COSPAR 2014-049A against an independent satellite catalog:

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