Iridium SV098
Re-entered 24 Aug 2018Iridium SV098 (NORAD 27451, COSPAR 2002-031B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Aug 2018, launched on 20 Jun 2002 on the Iridium SV097 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 SV098?
Iridium SV098 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Aug 2018, 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 SV098 re-enter the atmosphere?
Iridium SV098 re-entered on 24 Aug 2018, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Iridium SV098?
Iridium SV098 was operated by IRIDS and built by MOTO (US).