PLANET-C
Re-entered 21 May 2010PLANET-C (NORAD 36576, COSPAR 2010-020D) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 May 2010, launched on 20 May 2010 on the K-SAT mission. It was operated by JAXA as part of the ISAS Planet programme. The spacecraft was built by ISASJ on the Planet-C bus, with a mass of 647 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 PLANET-C?
PLANET-C re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 May 2010, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2010. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did PLANET-C re-enter the atmosphere?
PLANET-C re-entered on 21 May 2010, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built PLANET-C?
PLANET-C was operated by JAXA and built by ISASJ (J).