EARTH. ORBITS. SPACECRAFT.
Satellite view: explore spacecraft around Earth in 3D.
See where cataloged satellites are estimated to be, follow their paths around Earth, and explore the difference between a low orbit and a distant one. Space Era is a free interactive satellite tracker that runs in your browser.
Follow a spacecraft
Open Explore spacecraft and select the ISS, Hubble or Tiangong. Use Earth for an overview, then Ride along to follow the selected spacecraft. Drag to change your viewing angle and zoom to explore its surroundings.
Explore satellite networks
Choose the Starlink or Leo collection in Explore spacecraft to see those networks. Filter the catalog and use Display to adjust orbit paths. The Networks tab also opens the corresponding satellite collection.
How to use the satellite tracker
- Choose an object or collection. Start with the famous spacecraft, search the catalog, or choose Starlink, Leo or All.
- Compare the views. Earth shows the orbit in context. Ride along follows the spacecraft. Satellite models and markers are enlarged for visibility.
- Explore time. Pause, change the simulation speed or move the time slider. Select Now to return to the current time.
- Check the data context. More info explains the orbital data and its age. If a saved-data notice appears, the site is using an older snapshot.
Is this a live satellite camera or map?
This satellite view visualizes estimated spacecraft positions. It does not provide live satellite camera feeds, street-level imagery or a current photograph of your house. The Earth texture is NASA Blue Marble imagery, not current weather. For frequently updated weather imagery, visit NOAA Earth in Real-Time.
How satellite positions are calculated
Space Era uses CelesTrak orbital elements and SGP4 propagation to estimate positions at the simulation time. These are calculated positions, not measured live telemetry. Older elements and spacecraft maneuvers can reduce accuracy. Read the CelesTrak data-format documentation for the source format.
Satellite viewing questions
Can I see a satellite from my location?
A spacecraft appearing above Earth in this viewer does not guarantee it is visible to your eyes. Visibility depends on your location, sunlight, weather and the spacecraft's brightness. This guide does not provide a verified local sighting forecast.
Does the satellite view work on a phone?
Use a supported mobile browser and open Explore spacecraft to choose an object. If the 3D view feels slow, reduce the quality in Display. This text guide remains available without loading the interactive globe.
Can I watch rocket launches here too?
Yes. Explore the Starship Flight 14 mission replay or use the space launch viewing guide to find official broadcasts and the latest saved Starship launch status.