Pehuensat-1
Re-entered 16 Jan 2023Pehuensat-1 (NORAD 29712, COSPAR 2007-001D) was a AR satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Jan 2023, launched on 10 Jan 2007 on the LAPAN-TUBSAT mission. It was operated by AMLU as part of the AMSAT-LU programme. The spacecraft was built by COMAH/AMLU on the Pehuensat bus, with a mass of 6 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 Pehuensat-1?
Pehuensat-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Jan 2023, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2007. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Pehuensat-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Pehuensat-1 re-entered on 16 Jan 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Pehuensat-1?
Pehuensat-1 was operated by AMLU and built by COMAH/AMLU (AR).