Buccaneer-RMM
Re-entered 4 Oct 2024Buccaneer-RMM (NORAD 43014, COSPAR 2017-073B) was a AU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Oct 2024, launched on 18 Nov 2017 on the JPSS-1 mission. It was operated by UNSWC / DSTO as part of the UNSWC programme. The spacecraft was built by UNSWC on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 3.98 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 Buccaneer-RMM?
Buccaneer-RMM re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Oct 2024, 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 Buccaneer-RMM re-enter the atmosphere?
Buccaneer-RMM re-entered on 4 Oct 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Buccaneer-RMM?
Buccaneer-RMM was operated by UNSWC / DSTO and built by UNSWC (AU).