THEMIS P1
Re-entered 5 Oct 2007THEMIS P1 (NORAD 30581, COSPAR 2007-004B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Oct 2007, launched on 17 Feb 2007 on the THEMIS P5 mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the MIDEX programme. The spacecraft was built by SWALES on the ATK-A100 bus, with a mass of 125 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 THEMIS P1?
THEMIS P1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Oct 2007, 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 THEMIS P1 re-enter the atmosphere?
THEMIS P1 re-entered on 5 Oct 2007, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built THEMIS P1?
THEMIS P1 was operated by GSFC and built by SWALES (US).