BelKA-2
Re-entered 17 Oct 2024BelKA-2 (NORAD 38708, COSPAR 2012-039B) was a BY satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Oct 2024, launched on 22 Jul 2012 on the Soyuz Rideshare 2 mission. It was operated by ANBEL as part of the BelKA programme. The spacecraft was built by VNIIEMI on the Kanopus bus, with a mass of 400 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 BelKA-2?
BelKA-2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Oct 2024, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2012. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did BelKA-2 re-enter the atmosphere?
BelKA-2 re-entered on 17 Oct 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built BelKA-2?
BelKA-2 was operated by ANBEL and built by VNIIEMI (BY).