Tsubame
Re-entered 5 Nov 2024Tsubame (NORAD 40302, COSPAR 2014-070E) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Nov 2024, launched on 6 Nov 2014 on the ANSARO-1 mission. It was operated by TIT / JAXA as part of the TIT programme. The spacecraft was built by TIT on the Tsubame bus, with a mass of 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 Tsubame?
Tsubame re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Nov 2024, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2014. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Tsubame re-enter the atmosphere?
Tsubame re-entered on 5 Nov 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Tsubame?
Tsubame was operated by TIT / JAXA and built by TIT (J).