high · PROXIMITY
2.80 kmmiss distance
Closest approach (TCA)
2026-07-21 15:59 UTC
Relative speed
13.22 km/s
Altitude
726 km
Operators
CIS · FR
On 2026-07-21 15:59 UTC, RUCOSMOS 249 DEB and FRARIANE 1 DEB reached a closest approach (TCA) of 2.80 km, with a relative velocity of 13.22 km/s. Miss distance and time of closest approach are computed by propagating the latest published orbital elements (TLEs) for both objects. Values update as new element sets are published. Learn more on the Satellite Maneuver Tracker, and see space situational awareness for context.
Cite this encounter: Orbital Radar — “COSMOS 249 DEB ⟷ ARIANE 1 DEB: 2.80 km close approach”, https://orbitalradar.com/conjunction/17815-18468-2026-07-21 (accessed 2026-07-21).