How far are satellites from Earth?

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How far are satellites from Earth?

How far are satellites like DirecTV from Earth?

2007-09-09 11:25:56 · 3 answers · asked by Darth Revan 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Astronomy & Space

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Direct TV satellites are in geosynchronous orbit 22,240 miles up. Low Earth Orbit satellites, like the space station, spy satellites and so on, are only 200 miles up.

2007-09-09 11:34:20 · answer #1 · answered by campbelp2002 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Roughly 200 to 300 miles. Depends on the satellite and its particular function.

2007-09-11 02:27:14 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋

That depends on orbital type. Direct TV question is already answered. Look up T1, T2, and T3 orbits for specifics.

2007-09-09 12:29:43 · answer #3 · answered by idiot 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋