QB50-GB06
Re-entered 3 Sep 2017QB50-GB06 (NORAD 42770, COSPAR 2017-036F) was a UK satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Sep 2017, launched on 23 Jun 2017 on the PSLV Rideshare 10 mission. It was operated by SURREY as part of the SSTL programme. The spacecraft was built by SURREY 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 QB50-GB06?
QB50-GB06 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Sep 2017, 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-GB06 re-enter the atmosphere?
QB50-GB06 re-entered on 3 Sep 2017, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built QB50-GB06?
QB50-GB06 was operated by SURREY and built by SURREY (UK).