GOES 17 — pass prediction & tasking

GOES 17 is a thermal satellite operated by NOAA in geo orbit at roughly 35786 km altitude (NORAD 43226, COSPAR 2018-022A).

Operator: NOAA

Frequently asked questions

When does GOES 17 pass over my location?

Use PassPrediction's pass search to compute GOES 17's upcoming overpasses over any area of interest, with elevation, off-nadir angle, and ascending/descending node.

What orbit is GOES 17 in?

GOES 17 is in geo orbit at about 35786 km.

Who operates GOES 17?

GOES 17 is operated by NOAA.

What is GOES 17's NORAD ID?

GOES 17 is cataloged as NORAD 43226 (COSPAR 2018-022A).

Verify on a reference tracker

Cross-check NORAD 43226 / COSPAR 2018-022A against an independent satellite catalog:

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