RISat-1 — pass prediction & tasking

RISat-1 is a SAR satellite operated by Ministry of Defense in sso orbit at roughly 540 km altitude (NORAD 38248, COSPAR 2012-017A).

Operator: Ministry of Defense

Frequently asked questions

When does RISat-1 pass over my location?

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

What orbit is RISat-1 in?

RISat-1 is in sso orbit at about 540 km, inclination 98°.

Who operates RISat-1?

RISat-1 is operated by Ministry of Defense.

What is RISat-1's NORAD ID?

RISat-1 is cataloged as NORAD 38248 (COSPAR 2012-017A).

Verify on a reference tracker

Cross-check NORAD 38248 / COSPAR 2012-017A against an independent satellite catalog:

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