Iridium SV030
Re-entered 28 Sep 2017Iridium SV030 (NORAD 24949, COSPAR 1997-051F) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Sep 2017, launched on 14 Sep 1997 on the Iridium SV029 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What happened to Iridium SV030?
Iridium SV030 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Sep 2017, 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 SV030 re-enter the atmosphere?
Iridium SV030 re-entered on 28 Sep 2017, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Iridium SV030?
Iridium SV030 was operated by IRID and built by MOTO/LMMS (US).