Chandrayaan-1
Re-entered 26 Oct 2008Chandrayaan-1 (NORAD 33405, COSPAR 2008-052A) was a IN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Oct 2008, launched on 22 Oct 2008 on the Chandrayaan-1 mission. It was operated by ISRO as part of the Chandrayaan programme. The spacecraft was built by ISRO on the IRS bus, with a mass of 1,351 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 Chandrayaan-1?
Chandrayaan-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Oct 2008, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2008. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Chandrayaan-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Chandrayaan-1 re-entered on 26 Oct 2008, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Chandrayaan-1?
Chandrayaan-1 was operated by ISRO and built by ISRO (IN).