NRL PL150B
Re-entered 17 Oct 2025NRL PL150B (NORAD 2909, COSPAR 1967-053J) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Oct 2025, launched on 31 May 1967 on the NRL PL160 mission. It was operated by NRL as part of the SURCAL programme. The spacecraft was built by NRL on the Surcal? bus, with a mass of 5 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 NRL PL150B?
NRL PL150B re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Oct 2025, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1967. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did NRL PL150B re-enter the atmosphere?
NRL PL150B re-entered on 17 Oct 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built NRL PL150B?
NRL PL150B was operated by NRL and built by NRL (US).