Where can you get information on the status of GPS Satellites?

• A. NOTAMS, USCG 703-313-5907
• B. FAA GPS status page
• C. NOAA satellite tracker
• D. NTSB advisory circular

Answer: (A)

GPS status information is best obtained from the authoritative source that tracks the constellation in real time. The FAA GPS status page provides current health and availability data for the GPS satellites, including which satellites are in view and any noted anomalies or outages. NOTAMs can alert you to a GPS outage, but they are not a continuous or comprehensive source for the overall satellite status. The NOAA satellite tracker focuses on weather satellites, not GPS, and NTSB advisory circulars relate to investigations and safety guidance, not satellite health. So using the FAA GPS status page gives you the most reliable, up-to-date snapshot of GPS satellite status.