Unusual Behavior in GEO: SJ-17

Unlike most objects in the geostationary belt, Chinese satellite SJ-17 has made a series of orbital maneuvers, widely varying its position in GEO. Click the play button to discover SJ-17’s movements over time.

SJ-17 Position on 1/9/2018
1/9/2018
12/24/2020

Click the play button to see the satellite's position change over time. Use the controls to change the play speed. Hover on the satellite to see its longitude on a given date.