Chang'e-1
Re-entered 1 Nov 2007Chang'e-1 (NORAD 32273, COSPAR 2007-051A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Nov 2007, launched on 24 Oct 2007 on the chang'e yihao weixing mission. It was operated by CASC as part of the Chang'e programme. The spacecraft was built by CAST on the DFH-3 bus, with a mass of 2,352 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 Chang'e-1?
Chang'e-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Nov 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 Chang'e-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Chang'e-1 re-entered on 1 Nov 2007, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Chang'e-1?
Chang'e-1 was operated by CASC and built by CAST (CN).