Suggested Edit for Satellite
Suggested by fredy on: 2026-01-09 00:33 Citation: https://community.libre.space/t/soyuz-2-1b-fregat-vostochny-launch-2025-12-28-1305-utc/14152/109 Verdict: Approved Reviewed by - on: 2026-01-09 00:36
Name GALAPAGOS-UTE-SWSU
NORAD ID 98428
Followed NORAD ID 67279
Alternative Names HC1PX
Description The satellite was named after SWSU's long-standing partner, UTE University, and the Galapagos Island province of Ecuador, whose territory it will monitor from space. In addition to remote sensing of the Earth's surface, the UTE-GALÁPAGOS satellite will collect background radiation data in a low orbit of 400-500 km. Furthermore, UTE-GALÁPAGOS is equipped with an innovative ADS-B module. This technology allows pilots and air traffic controllers to monitor aircraft movements with greater accuracy and provide crews with more detailed situational awareness to enhance flight safety. UTE-GALÁPAGOS will also transmit Earth images, greetings, and images in SSTV format to a ground station.
Owner/Operator -
Status Operational
Countries of Origin
Website https://ute.edu.ec/nanosatelite-galapagos-ute/
Dashboard URL https://r4uab.ru/satdb/galapagos-ute-swsu/
Launch Date Dec. 28, 2025, 1:18 p.m.
Deploy Date -
Image GALAPAGOS-UTE-SWSU
Field Previous Suggested
Followed NORAD ID - 67279