QB50-AZ02
Re-entered 25 Apr 2020QB50-AZ02 (NORAD 42726, COSPAR 1998-067MF) was a ZA satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Apr 2020, launched on 18 Apr 2017 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by SCSS as part of the STBO programme. The spacecraft was built by SCSS on the Cubesat 2U bus, with a mass of 2.5 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-AZ02?
QB50-AZ02 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Apr 2020, 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-AZ02 re-enter the atmosphere?
QB50-AZ02 re-entered on 25 Apr 2020, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built QB50-AZ02?
QB50-AZ02 was operated by SCSS and built by SCSS (ZA).