Astronomy: Amateur: Satellites

Collection of video footage of the International Space Station taken with an amateur computer controlled telescope. Also includes Astrophotography and Remote imaging sections.

Personal notes from a satellite tracking enthusiast.

What satellites can I see tonight? Point your browser here and find out when ISS, Mir, and all the rest are coming your way. Iridium flares, too. No tracking software required, just enter your location and get a custom tracking page that you can bookmark and refer to any time.

NASA's visibility forecasts and orbital data for the ISS.

The new Iridium satellites are good for more than just telephones. They flash brighter than Venus for just a few seconds when the Sun reflects off their antenna panels.

The JSR describes all space launches, including piloted missions and automated satellites. Updated about once a week; available by email or at Web site.

Visual satellite tracking two-line elements and software, with predictions for the Austin, TX area.

Guide to observing satellites. Also includes information on satellite communication.

Download Keplerian elements and satellite tracking data. Provides orbital and frequency information for the Space Shuttle, ISS, Mir, weather satellites, and amateur radio satellites.

Guide to observating rocket launches, satellite and space shuttle overflights, and meteor showers for Southern California.