Iridium SV076
Re-entered 28 Aug 2018Iridium SV076 (NORAD 25432, COSPAR 1998-048B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Aug 2018, launched on 19 Aug 1998 on the Iridium SV078 mission. It was operated by IRID as part of the Iridium programme. The spacecraft was built by MOTO on the LM700 bus, with a mass of 667 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 SV076?
Iridium SV076 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Aug 2018, 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 Iridium SV076 re-enter the atmosphere?
Iridium SV076 re-entered on 28 Aug 2018, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Iridium SV076?
Iridium SV076 was operated by IRID and built by MOTO (US).