Space & the Universe
At what average altitude in kilometers does the International Space Station orbit Earth (1 km ≈ 0.6 mi)?
Answer
400 km
That's roughly the driving distance from Los Angeles to Las Vegas — straight up. The ISS is so close that atmospheric drag constantly slows it, and it needs regular engine boosts to stay in orbit.
Source: NASA
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