Iridium SV021
Re-entered 13 Feb 2025Iridium SV021 (NORAD 24873, COSPAR 1997-034E) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Feb 2025, launched on 9 Jul 1997 on the Iridium MS-2 mission. It was operated by IRID as part of the Iridium programme. The spacecraft was built by MOTO/LMMS on the LM700 bus, with a mass of 662 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.
Lifecycle
Specifications
Frequently asked questions
What happened to Iridium SV021?
Iridium SV021 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Feb 2025, 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 Iridium SV021 re-enter the atmosphere?
Iridium SV021 re-entered on 13 Feb 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Iridium SV021?
Iridium SV021 was operated by IRID and built by MOTO/LMMS (US).