BIRD-B
Re-entered 6 May 2019BIRD-B (NORAD 42823, COSPAR 1998-067MX) was a BD satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 May 2019, launched on 3 Jun 2017 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by BRAC as part of the BIRDS programme. The spacecraft was built by KYUT 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 BIRD-B?
BIRD-B re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 May 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 BIRD-B re-enter the atmosphere?
BIRD-B re-entered on 6 May 2019, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built BIRD-B?
BIRD-B was operated by BRAC and built by KYUT (BD).