Arabsat 4A
Re-entered 24 Mar 2006Arabsat 4A (NORAD 28943, COSPAR 2006-006A) was a D satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Mar 2006, launched on 28 Feb 2006 on the Arabsat 4A mission. It was operated by EADSB / ARAB as part of the Arabsat programme. The spacecraft was built by EADSB on the Eurostar 2000+ bus, with a mass of 3,341 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 Arabsat 4A?
Arabsat 4A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Mar 2006, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2006. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Arabsat 4A re-enter the atmosphere?
Arabsat 4A re-entered on 24 Mar 2006, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Arabsat 4A?
Arabsat 4A was operated by EADSB / ARAB and built by EADSB (D).