Tiangong 2
Re-entered 19 Jul 2019Tiangong 2 (NORAD 41765, COSPAR 2016-057A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Jul 2019, launched on 15 Sep 2016 on the Tiangong 2 mission. It was operated by CMSEO as part of the Tiangong programme. The spacecraft was built by CAST on the Tiangong bus, with a mass of 8,600 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 2?
Tiangong 2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Jul 2019, 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 Tiangong 2 re-enter the atmosphere?
Tiangong 2 re-entered on 19 Jul 2019, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Tiangong 2?
Tiangong 2 was operated by CMSEO and built by CAST (CN).