Cluster FM6 (C2)
Re-entered 8 Sep 2024Cluster FM6 (C2) (NORAD 26411, COSPAR 2000-041B) was a I-ESA satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Sep 2024, launched on 16 Jul 2000 on the Cluster FM7 (C3) mission. It was operated by ESA as part of the ESA Cluster programme. The spacecraft was built by ASTDF on the Cluster bus, with a mass of 1,186 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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What happened to Cluster FM6 (C2)?
Cluster FM6 (C2) re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Sep 2024, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2000. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Cluster FM6 (C2) re-enter the atmosphere?
Cluster FM6 (C2) re-entered on 8 Sep 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Cluster FM6 (C2)?
Cluster FM6 (C2) was operated by ESA and built by ASTDF (I-ESA).