TLE Catalog
Browse the objects present in PocketWorld's latest available orbital-elements catalog.
Propagated Orbits
See modelled paths calculated from TLE elements rather than direct spacecraft telemetry.
Filter by Type
View specific satellite types: Starlink, GPS, weather, science, or communication.
Interactive 3D
Rotate and zoom the globe to explore satellite positions from any angle.
What makes this satellite map useful?
PocketWorld is built for quick exploration: open the live globe, switch between satellites, stations and debris, then zoom into the part of Earth you care about. The live layer is designed to help people understand orbital traffic without installing a specialist tracking app.
The map combines a visual 3D globe with live counts, object filters and direct entry into the full space mode. It is especially useful for checking the ISS, Starlink activity, dense orbital regions and the current scale of objects above Earth.
Space data sources
Orbital elements come from CelesTrak; mission and launch context uses NASA and Launch Library 2 where available.
Frequently asked questions
How many objects are shown?
The count depends on the latest catalog loaded by PocketWorld and changes as elements are added, removed or refreshed.
Can I see satellites from Earth?
Some bright spacecraft can be visible under suitable lighting and weather conditions, but this map does not guarantee visibility from a particular location.
How accurate are the positions?
They are propagated estimates. Accuracy depends on TLE age, orbit changes and the object; the map is not direct telemetry or a collision-avoidance service.
Can I open the live satellite globe from this page?
Yes. Use the CTA to open PocketWorld directly in Space mode with the live 3D globe and satellite filters.
Does the map include Starlink and space debris?
The app includes satellite categories and debris layers when the underlying catalog has those objects available.