SurfSat
Re-entered 27 Jan 2023SurfSat (NORAD 43614, COSPAR 2018-070B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Jan 2023, launched on 15 Sep 2018 on the ICESAT-2 mission. It was operated by UCF as part of the UCF programme. The spacecraft was built by UCF on the Cubesat 2U bus, with a mass of 3 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 SurfSat?
SurfSat re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Jan 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 SurfSat re-enter the atmosphere?
SurfSat re-entered on 27 Jan 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was SurfSat operational?
SurfSat was operational for roughly 4 years, from 15 Sep 2018 to 1 Dec 2022.
Who operated and built SurfSat?
SurfSat was operated by UCF and built by UCF (US).