Humanity Star 2
Re-entered 22 Mar 2018Humanity Star 2 (NORAD 43168, COSPAR 2018-010F) was a NZ satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Mar 2018, launched on 21 Jan 2018 on the Electron 02 Rideshare mission. It was operated by RLABN as part of the Beck Star programme. The spacecraft was built by RLABN on the Beck Star bus, with a mass of 8 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 Humanity Star 2?
Humanity Star 2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Mar 2018, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2018. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Humanity Star 2 re-enter the atmosphere?
Humanity Star 2 re-entered on 22 Mar 2018, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Humanity Star 2?
Humanity Star 2 was operated by RLABN and built by RLABN (NZ).