USA 273 — pass prediction & tasking

USA 273 is a thermal satellite operated by US Air Force in geo orbit at roughly 35782 km altitude (NORAD 41937, COSPAR 2017-004A).

Operator: US Air Force

Frequently asked questions

When does USA 273 pass over my location?

Use PassPrediction's pass search to compute USA 273's upcoming overpasses over any area of interest, with elevation, off-nadir angle, and ascending/descending node.

What orbit is USA 273 in?

USA 273 is in geo orbit at about 35782 km, inclination 6°.

Who operates USA 273?

USA 273 is operated by US Air Force.

What is USA 273's NORAD ID?

USA 273 is cataloged as NORAD 41937 (COSPAR 2017-004A).

Verify on a reference tracker

Cross-check NORAD 41937 / COSPAR 2017-004A against an independent satellite catalog:

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