Iridium SV019
Re-entered 19 Apr 2018Iridium SV019 (NORAD 24965, COSPAR 1997-056A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Apr 2018, launched on 27 Sep 1997 on the Iridium MS-4 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 SV019?
Iridium SV019 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Apr 2018, 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 SV019 re-enter the atmosphere?
Iridium SV019 re-entered on 19 Apr 2018, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Iridium SV019?
Iridium SV019 was operated by IRID and built by MOTO/LMMS (US).