Midstar 1
Re-entered 17 Aug 2023Midstar 1 (NORAD 30773, COSPAR 2007-006B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Aug 2023, launched on 9 Mar 2007 on the Orbital Express mission. It was operated by USNA / STP as part of the USNA programme. The spacecraft was built by USNA on the MidStar bus, with a mass of 120 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 Midstar 1?
Midstar 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Aug 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 Midstar 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Midstar 1 re-entered on 17 Aug 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Midstar 1?
Midstar 1 was operated by USNA / STP and built by USNA (US).