Iridium SV091
Re-entered 13 Mar 2019Iridium SV091 (NORAD 27372, COSPAR 2002-005A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Mar 2019, launched on 11 Feb 2002 on the Iridium IS-1 mission. It was operated by IRIDS as part of the Iridium programme. The spacecraft was built by MOTO on the LM700 bus, with a mass of 655 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 SV091?
Iridium SV091 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Mar 2019, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2002. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Iridium SV091 re-enter the atmosphere?
Iridium SV091 re-entered on 13 Mar 2019, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Iridium SV091?
Iridium SV091 was operated by IRIDS and built by MOTO (US).