CAT 01
Re-entered 27 Nov 1989CAT 01 (NORAD 11645, COSPAR 1979-104A) was a I-ESA satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Nov 1989, launched on 24 Dec 1979 on the CAT mission. It was operated by ESA as part of the CAT programme. The spacecraft was built by AERIT/CNEST on the CAT bus, with a mass of 1,602 kg. Like most satellites in low orbits, it was gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until re-entry. Historical record from Orbital Radar's satellite archive, cross-referenced with the live satellite catalogue.
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Frequently asked questions
What happened to CAT 01?
CAT 01 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Nov 1989, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1979. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did CAT 01 re-enter the atmosphere?
CAT 01 re-entered on 27 Nov 1989, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built CAT 01?
CAT 01 was operated by ESA and built by AERIT/CNEST (I-ESA).