XPNAV-1
Re-entered 11 Jun 2025XPNAV-1 (NORAD 41841, COSPAR 2016-066A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Jun 2025, launched on 9 Nov 2016 on the MXSW mission. It was operated by CAST as part of the CAS programme. The spacecraft was built by DFHS on the XPNAV bus, with a mass of 240 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 XPNAV-1?
XPNAV-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Jun 2025, 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 XPNAV-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
XPNAV-1 re-entered on 11 Jun 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built XPNAV-1?
XPNAV-1 was operated by CAST and built by DFHS (CN).