There's Now 10k Active Satellites in Orbit
The data from Jonathan's Space Report on July 18, 2024, reveals satellite and debris statistics in Lower and Upper LEO. It includes active payloads, tonnage, small vs. big satellites, and cataloged debris, aiding space analysis.
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The data from Jonathan's Space Report as of July 18, 2024, provides insights into the population of satellites, debris, and other objects in orbit. In Lower LEO, there are 8,421 active payloads, including 6,164 Starlinks, with a total tonnage of 3,800.8. Upper LEO shows 758 active payloads, with a total tonnage of 2,680. In terms of small satellites in Lower LEO, there are 1,170 active payloads, while big satellites amount to 7,250 active payloads. The cataloged debris in Lower LEO is 76 objects, while in Upper LEO, it reaches 9,724 objects. The report also includes information on rocket stages, satellite components, and specific debris types like PRC ASAT and Irid/Kos debris. This data offers a comprehensive overview of the current satellite and debris population in different orbital regions, aiding in the understanding of space statistics and trends.
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3 commentsI was surprised at the number of dead satellites and tracked debris though — roughly twice the number of active satellites.
while aligning the telescope to some stars I could see the satellites quite often
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