Cygnus OA-8
Re-entered 14 Nov 2017Cygnus OA-8 (NORAD 43006, COSPAR 2017-071A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Nov 2017, launched on 12 Nov 2017 on the Cygnus OA-8 mission. It was operated by OATKD as part of the Cygnus programme. The spacecraft was built by OATKD on the EPCM bus, with a mass of 1,800 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 Cygnus OA-8?
Cygnus OA-8 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Nov 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 Cygnus OA-8 re-enter the atmosphere?
Cygnus OA-8 re-entered on 14 Nov 2017, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Cygnus OA-8?
Cygnus OA-8 was operated by OATKD and built by OATKD (US).