Iridium SV096
Re-entered 30 May 2020Iridium SV096 (NORAD 27376, COSPAR 2002-005E) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 May 2020, 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 SV096?
Iridium SV096 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 May 2020, 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 SV096 re-enter the atmosphere?
Iridium SV096 re-entered on 30 May 2020, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Iridium SV096?
Iridium SV096 was operated by IRIDS and built by MOTO (US).