KySat-3
Re-entered 6 May 2018KySat-3 (NORAD 42703, COSPAR 1998-067LL) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 May 2018, launched on 18 Apr 2017 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by KYSP as part of the Kysat programme. The spacecraft was built by KYSP on the Cubesat 1U bus, with a mass of 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 KySat-3?
KySat-3 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 May 2018, 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 KySat-3 re-enter the atmosphere?
KySat-3 re-entered on 6 May 2018, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built KySat-3?
KySat-3 was operated by KYSP and built by KYSP (US).