Mightysat 2.1
Re-entered 12 Nov 2002Mightysat 2.1 (NORAD 26414, COSPAR 2000-042A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Nov 2002, launched on 19 Jul 2000 on the Mightysat 2.1 mission. It was operated by AFRL / STP as part of the STP1 programme. The spacecraft was built by SPA on the SA-200B bus, with a mass of 125 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 Mightysat 2.1?
Mightysat 2.1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Nov 2002, 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 Mightysat 2.1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Mightysat 2.1 re-entered on 12 Nov 2002, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Mightysat 2.1?
Mightysat 2.1 was operated by AFRL / STP and built by SPA (US).