BIROS
Re-entered 22 Jan 2026BIROS (NORAD 41604, COSPAR 2016-040F) was a D satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Jan 2026, launched on 22 Jun 2016 on the PSLV Rideshare 07 mission. It was operated by DLR2 as part of the DLR Geo programme. The spacecraft was built by ASTFN/KTHR on the TET-X bus, with a mass of 130 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 BIROS?
BIROS re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Jan 2026, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2016. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did BIROS re-enter the atmosphere?
BIROS re-entered on 22 Jan 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built BIROS?
BIROS was operated by DLR2 and built by ASTFN/KTHR (D).