Minisat-01
Re-entered 26 Feb 2002Minisat-01 (NORAD 24779, COSPAR 1997-018A) was a E satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Feb 2002, launched on 21 Apr 1997 on the Minisat-01 mission. It was operated by INTA as part of the INTA programme. The spacecraft was built by CASA on the Minisat bus, with a mass of 209 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 Minisat-01?
Minisat-01 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Feb 2002, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1997. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Minisat-01 re-enter the atmosphere?
Minisat-01 re-entered on 26 Feb 2002, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Minisat-01?
Minisat-01 was operated by INTA and built by CASA (E).