Tiangong 1
Re-entered 2 Apr 2018Tiangong 1 (NORAD 37820, COSPAR 2011-053A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Apr 2018, launched on 29 Sep 2011 on the Tiangong 1 mission. It was operated by ZZB as part of the Tiangong programme. The spacecraft was built by CAST on the Tiangong bus, with a mass of 8,500 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 Tiangong 1?
Tiangong 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Apr 2018, 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 Tiangong 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Tiangong 1 re-entered on 2 Apr 2018, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Tiangong 1?
Tiangong 1 was operated by ZZB and built by CAST (CN).