Lemur FM19
Re-entered 5 Dec 2018Lemur FM19 (NORAD 42059, COSPAR 1998-067LA) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Dec 2018, launched on 9 Dec 2016 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by Spire Global as part of the Spire programme. The spacecraft was built by SPIREG on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 4 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 Lemur FM19?
Lemur FM19 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Dec 2018, 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 Lemur FM19 re-enter the atmosphere?
Lemur FM19 re-entered on 5 Dec 2018, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Lemur FM19?
Lemur FM19 was operated by Spire Global and built by SPIREG (US).