Juno
Re-entered 5 Aug 2011Juno (NORAD 37773, COSPAR 2011-040A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Aug 2011, launched on 5 Aug 2011 on the Juno mission. It was operated by JPL as part of the New Frontiers programme. The spacecraft was built by LMSSD on the NewFrontiers bus, with a mass of 3,625 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 Juno?
Juno re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Aug 2011, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2011. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Juno re-enter the atmosphere?
Juno re-entered on 5 Aug 2011, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Juno?
Juno was operated by JPL and built by LMSSD (US).