PLANET-B
Re-entered 4 Jul 1998PLANET-B (NORAD 25383, COSPAR 1998-041A) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Jul 1998, launched on 3 Jul 1998 on the Planet B mission. It was operated by ISASS as part of the ISAS Planet programme. The spacecraft was built by NEC on the Planet B bus, with a mass of 540 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 PLANET-B?
PLANET-B re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Jul 1998, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1998. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did PLANET-B re-enter the atmosphere?
PLANET-B re-entered on 4 Jul 1998, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built PLANET-B?
PLANET-B was operated by ISASS and built by NEC (J).