WISE
Re-entered 2 Nov 2024WISE (NORAD 36119, COSPAR 2009-071A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Nov 2024, launched on 14 Dec 2009 on the Wide Field IR Explorer mission. It was operated by JPL as part of the MIDEX programme. The spacecraft was built by BALL on the BCP-300 bus, with a mass of 661 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 WISE?
WISE re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Nov 2024, 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 WISE re-enter the atmosphere?
WISE re-entered on 2 Nov 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built WISE?
WISE was operated by JPL and built by BALL (US).