GPS IIF-1 over Tokyo tonight
Pass predictions for Tokyo, JP.
Next visible pass
Wed, Jun 10, 11:12 PM
Peak elevation 50.04° · rises NE · sets NE
Tracking: GPS BIIF-1 (PRN 25) (NORAD 36585)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10 | 11:12 PM | 50.04° | NE | NE |
| Jun 11 | 7:08 PM | 83.47° | S | NE |
| Jun 12 | 7:04 PM | 83.47° | S | NE |
| Jun 13 | 7:00 PM | 83.47° | S | NE |
| Jun 14 | 6:56 PM | 83.47° | S | NE |
| Jun 15 | 6:52 PM | 83.46° | S | NE |
| Jun 16 | 6:48 PM | 83.46° | S | NE |
How to spot GPS IIF-1 from Tokyo
GPS navigation satellite in MEO at ~20,200 km — visible with binoculars in the right window.
- Look in the direction listed — passes start near the horizon and arc across the sky.
- Peak elevation matters — a 60°+ peak means it'll go nearly overhead; under 30° stays low.
- Best viewing is in the 90 minutes after sunset or before sunrise — the satellite is sunlit while you're in shadow.
- No equipment needed for bright passes — the ISS at peak rivals Venus.
Going to look up?
For fainter satellites you'll want 7×50 or 10×50 binoculars. A pair of Celestron SkyMaster binoculars is the consensus pick. Affiliate placement — replace with your affiliate link.
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