Polar orbit at approximately 500-800 km altitude where the satellite's ground track repeats at the same local solar time daily. This orbit is preferred for Earth observation and reconnaissance satellites that require consistent lighting geometry.
DEFENCE WIKI / MILITARY DOCTRINE
Polar orbit at approximately 500-800 km altitude where the satellite's ground track repeats at the same local solar time daily. This orbit is preferred for Earth observation and reconnaissance satellites that require consistent lighting geometry.