THEMIS P2
Re-entered 20 Jul 2009THEMIS P2 (NORAD 30582, COSPAR 2007-004C) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 20 Jul 2009, 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 P2?
THEMIS P2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 20 Jul 2009, 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 P2 re-enter the atmosphere?
THEMIS P2 re-entered on 20 Jul 2009, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built THEMIS P2?
THEMIS P2 was operated by GSFC and built by SWALES (US).