high · PROXIMITY
1.81 kmmiss distance
Closest approach (TCA)
2026-06-18 15:26 UTC
Relative speed
14.71 km/s
Altitude
821 km
Operators
US · JPN
On 2026-06-18 15:26 UTC, USDMSP 5D-2 F8 (USA 26) and JPCUBESAT XI 4 reached a closest approach (TCA) of 1.81 km, with a relative velocity of 14.71 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 — “DMSP 5D-2 F8 (USA 26) ⟷ CUBESAT XI 4: 1.81 km close approach”, https://orbitalradar.com/conjunction/18123-27848 (accessed 2026-06-17).