AC-12A
Re-entered 26 May 2023AC-12A (NORAD 43556, COSPAR 2018-046C) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 May 2023, launched on 21 May 2018 on the Cygnus OA-9 mission. It was operated by AERO as part of the Aerocube programme. The spacecraft was built by AERO on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 5 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 AC-12A?
AC-12A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 May 2023, 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 AC-12A re-enter the atmosphere?
AC-12A re-entered on 26 May 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built AC-12A?
AC-12A was operated by AERO and built by AERO (US).