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Track space stations, mega-constellations, navigation satellites, space telescopes, deep space missions, orbital debris and atmospheric re-entries in real time. From LEO to Voyager in interstellar space — live position, altitude, speed and orbital path updated every second.

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International Space Station

The ISS orbits Earth at approximately 420 km altitude, completing one orbit every 90 minutes at 28,000 km/h. Track its exact position, crew manifest and upcoming visible passes.

Altitude ~420 km
Speed ~28,000 km/h
Orbit ~90 min
Inclination 51.6°
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Space Stations

Crewed orbital laboratories in low Earth orbit. Track each station's live position, altitude, speed, crew manifest and upcoming visible passes from your location.

Mega-Constellations

The largest satellite fleets in orbit — broadband internet constellations deploying thousands of spacecraft in low Earth orbit. Track every satellite in each fleet, monitor launch cadence and constellation build-out progress.

Space Telescopes

Track the world's most powerful space observatories — from Hubble in low Earth orbit to JWST at the L2 Lagrange point 1.5 million km away. Live position, current observation targets and image galleries.

Track any of 18,000+ satellites individually via the Satellite Directory →

Deep Space

Track spacecraft beyond Earth orbit — from the inner solar system to interstellar space. Live 3D solar system map with real-time positions powered by JPL Horizons ephemeris data and NASA Deep Space Network status.

Individual missions: Voyager 1 · Voyager 2 · Tesla Roadster · Parker Solar Probe · Europa Clipper

Debris & Re-entry

Monitor orbital debris distribution and track objects predicted to re-enter Earth's atmosphere. Includes risk assessments, predicted windows, and historical re-entry data.

Learn more: What Is Space Debris? · Debris Statistics · Kessler Syndrome

Space Intelligence

Orbital situational awareness tools — detect satellite maneuvers, monitor inspector satellites, track proximity operations and get real-time alerts when high-value assets change orbit.

Learn more: Anti-Satellite Weapons · Space Situational Awareness · What Is a Conjunction?

Related Tools

Plan observations, predict passes and explore the radio side of satellite tracking.

What You Can Track on Orbital Radar

Orbital Radar provides free, real-time satellite tracking for every catalogued object in Earth orbit. Our tracking engine uses Two-Line Element sets (TLEs) from the US Space Force's 18th Space Defense Squadron combined with the SGP4/SDP4 propagation algorithm to calculate each satellite's position, altitude and velocity — updated every second directly in your browser.

From the International Space Station orbiting at 420 km to GPS navigation satellites at 20,200 km in medium Earth orbit, every tracker shows live telemetry, orbital path visualisation, pass predictions for your location and detailed mission context. The Starlink Tracker monitors SpaceX's rapidly growing broadband constellation — the largest satellite fleet ever deployed — while our Space Debris Map visualises the growing challenge of orbital debris across all orbital regimes. The Deep Space Tracker extends far beyond Earth orbit with an interactive 3D solar system map showing real-time positions of 25+ spacecraft — from Voyager 1 in interstellar space to Parker Solar Probe skimming the Sun — powered by JPL Horizons ephemeris data and live NASA Deep Space Network status.

Beyond individual trackers, the Satellite Directory lets you search and track any of the satellites in our database individually. The Satellite Maneuver Tracker detects and classifies orbit changes across the full catalogue — from Starlink orbit raises to military satellite plane changes — with a strategic watchlist monitoring inspector satellites and proximity operations in real time. Pair any tracker with Satellite Pass Predictions to know exactly when a satellite will be visible from your location, complete with sky charts, brightness estimates and countdown timers. For a deeper understanding of how tracking works, explore our Academy courses on orbital mechanics, TLE interpretation and satellite observation techniques.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do satellite trackers work?
Our trackers use Two-Line Element sets (TLEs) published by Space-Track and CelesTrak, combined with the SGP4 propagation algorithm, to calculate each satellite's position in real time. The result is accurate to within a few kilometres for most objects and updates every second in your browser. Learn more about TLEs in our What Is a TLE? guide.
How many satellites can I track?
Orbital Radar's satellite directory contains 18,000+ active satellites. Every catalogued object has its own profile page with live tracking. The dedicated trackers on this page highlight the most popular constellations and objects, but you can track any satellite in our database.
Where is the ISS right now?
The International Space Station orbits Earth at approximately 420 km altitude, completing one orbit every 90 minutes at around 28,000 km/h. Use our live ISS Tracker to see its exact position over Earth in real time, along with the current crew manifest, altitude telemetry and upcoming visible passes from your location.
How many Starlink satellites are in orbit?
SpaceX's Starlink constellation is the largest satellite fleet in history and the count changes frequently as new batches launch. Our live Starlink Tracker shows the current active count updated from TLE data, along with orbital shell distribution, recent launches and train visibility predictions. You can also visit How Many Starlink Satellites Are There? for detailed statistics.
Can I see satellites from my location?
Yes — use our Satellite Pass Predictions tool to see exactly when any satellite will be visible from your location, with sky charts, countdown timers and brightness estimates. Most satellites are visible within 1–2 hours after sunset or before sunrise. Radio passes work any time — day, night, or through clouds.
What satellite just flew over me?
If you've just seen a bright object move across the sky, use our Satellite Pass Predictions tool — enter your location and check the recent pass history. The tool shows which satellites passed over your area within the last few hours, including brightness, direction of travel and exact timing. Starlink trains are the most commonly spotted objects after the ISS.
What data sources do the trackers use?
Orbital elements come from the US Space Force's 18th Space Defense Squadron via Space-Track.org and CelesTrak. Supplementary data — mission details, operator info, launch dates — is cross-referenced from public catalogues and our own editorial research. See our data sources page for full details.
How accurate is real-time satellite tracking?
SGP4 propagation from fresh TLEs is typically accurate to within 1–5 km for well-tracked objects in LEO. Accuracy degrades as TLEs age or for objects with high drag variability. Our How Satellites Are Tracked guide explains the full tracking pipeline from radar observation to your screen.
What is the difference between LEO, MEO and GEO satellites?
LEO (Low Earth Orbit) is roughly 160–2,000 km altitude — home to the ISS, Starlink and most Earth observation satellites. MEO (Medium Earth Orbit) spans 2,000–35,786 km and hosts navigation constellations like GPS and Galileo. GEO (Geostationary Orbit) is at exactly 35,786 km where satellites match Earth's rotation and appear stationary. See our Types of Orbits guide for more.
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