Geotail
Re-entered 25 Jul 1992Geotail (NORAD 22049, COSPAR 1992-044A) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Jul 1992, launched on 24 Jul 1992 on the Geotail mission. It was operated by ISAS as part of the Geotail programme. The spacecraft was built by NEC on the Geotail bus, with a mass of 1,009 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 Geotail?
Geotail re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Jul 1992, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1992. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Geotail re-enter the atmosphere?
Geotail re-entered on 25 Jul 1992, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Geotail?
Geotail was operated by ISAS and built by NEC (J).