Chandra X-ray Observatory

operational
NORAD ID: 25867 Int'l Des: 1999-040 Owner: MSFC Country: US
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About Chandra X-ray Observatory

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Altitude History

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Two-Line Element Set

1 25867U 99040B 26002.77389707 .00000599 00000-0 00000+0 0 9990
2 25867 53.4579 121.7282 8107582 310.8774 0.1301 0.37803565 16703
Epoch: Jan 2, 2026 • Age: 247 hours

Current Status

Altitude 69060.2 km
Velocity 2.37 km/s
Sub-Earth Point 8.03°N, 160°E
Launch Date Jul 23, 1999
Age 26.4 years
Type scientific

Technical Details

Classification Payload
Mass 5677.00 kg
Dry Mass 4653.00 kg
Total Mass 5677.00 kg
Length 14.00 m
Diameter 4.30 m
Span 19.50 m
Shape Cyl + 2 Pan
Manufacturer TRW
Bus Type AXAF
Phase Status In Orbit
Owner/State MSFC/US

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