Eagle-1
Re-entered 12 Feb 2019Eagle-1 (NORAD 39437, COSPAR 2013-066X) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Feb 2019, launched on 21 Nov 2013 on the Dnepr Rideshare 8 mission. It was operated by MSUKY as part of the Morehead programme. The spacecraft was built by MSUKY on the PocketQub 2.5P bus, with a mass of 0.43 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 Eagle-1?
Eagle-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Feb 2019, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2013. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Eagle-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Eagle-1 re-entered on 12 Feb 2019, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Eagle-1?
Eagle-1 was operated by MSUKY and built by MSUKY (US).