AIM
Re-entered 19 Aug 2024AIM (NORAD 31304, COSPAR 2007-015A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Aug 2024, launched on 25 Apr 2007 on the AIM mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the SMEX programme. The spacecraft was built by OSCD on the LeoStar-2 bus, with a mass of 192 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 AIM?
AIM re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Aug 2024, 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 AIM re-enter the atmosphere?
AIM re-entered on 19 Aug 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built AIM?
AIM was operated by GSFC and built by OSCD (US).