Omid
Re-entered 25 Apr 2009Omid (NORAD 33506, COSPAR 2009-004A) was a IR satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Apr 2009, launched on 2 Feb 2009 on the Omid/Safir-2 mission. It was operated by IRSA as part of the Iran programme. The spacecraft was built by ISRC on the Omid bus, with a mass of 25 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 Omid?
Omid re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Apr 2009, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2009. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Omid re-enter the atmosphere?
Omid re-entered on 25 Apr 2009, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Omid?
Omid was operated by IRSA and built by ISRC (IR).