EROS B
Re-entered 5 Feb 2026EROS B (NORAD 29079, COSPAR 2006-014A) was a IL satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Feb 2026, launched on 25 Apr 2006 on the EROS B mission. It was operated by IMAGT? as part of the Ofeq EROS programme. The spacecraft was built by IAI on the Ofeq bus, with a mass of 290 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 EROS B?
EROS B re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Feb 2026, 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 EROS B re-enter the atmosphere?
EROS B re-entered on 5 Feb 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built EROS B?
EROS B was operated by IMAGT? and built by IAI (IL).