QB50-ZA01
Re-entered 2 Jun 2019QB50-ZA01 (NORAD 42713, COSPAR 1998-067LU) was a ZA satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Jun 2019, launched on 18 Apr 2017 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by CUBESP / STBO as part of the STBO programme. The spacecraft was built by CUBESP on the Cubesat 2U bus, with a mass of 2 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 QB50-ZA01?
QB50-ZA01 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Jun 2019, 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 QB50-ZA01 re-enter the atmosphere?
QB50-ZA01 re-entered on 2 Jun 2019, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built QB50-ZA01?
QB50-ZA01 was operated by CUBESP / STBO and built by CUBESP (ZA).