operational LEO · International
International Space Station
NASA, Roscosmos, ESA, JAXA, CSA
The longest continuously crewed outpost in orbit, jointly built and operated by the US, Russian, European, Japanese and Canadian space agencies.
Status
Orbit type
LEO
Planned crew
7
Nation
International
Timeline
Continuously crewed since November 2000; planned deorbit around 2030
Frequently asked about International Space Station
- Who operates International Space Station?
- International Space Station is operated by NASA, Roscosmos, ESA, JAXA, CSA, based in International.
- Is International Space Station operational?
- Yes, International Space Station is currently operational. Continuously crewed since November 2000; planned deorbit around 2030.
- What orbit does International Space Station use?
- International Space Station operates in LEO.