Nayif-1
Re-entered 20 Jul 2023Nayif-1 (NORAD 42017, COSPAR 2017-008BX) was a UAE satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 20 Jul 2023, launched on 15 Feb 2017 on the PSLV Rideshare 09 mission. It was operated by MBRSC as part of the UAE programme. The spacecraft was built by MBRSC on the Cubesat 1U bus, with a mass of 1.1 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 Nayif-1?
Nayif-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 20 Jul 2023, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2017. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Nayif-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Nayif-1 re-entered on 20 Jul 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Nayif-1?
Nayif-1 was operated by MBRSC and built by MBRSC (UAE).