Gaofen 8 — pass prediction & tasking

Gaofen 8 is an optical satellite operated by People's Liberation Army (C41) in sso orbit at roughly 488 km altitude (NORAD 40701, COSPAR 2015-030A).

Operator: People's Liberation Army (C41)

Frequently asked questions

When does Gaofen 8 pass over my location?

Use PassPrediction's pass search to compute Gaofen 8's upcoming overpasses over any area of interest, with elevation, off-nadir angle, and ascending/descending node.

What orbit is Gaofen 8 in?

Gaofen 8 is in sso orbit at about 488 km, inclination 97°.

Who operates Gaofen 8?

Gaofen 8 is operated by People's Liberation Army (C41).

What is Gaofen 8's NORAD ID?

Gaofen 8 is cataloged as NORAD 40701 (COSPAR 2015-030A).

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