Capella 1
Re-entered 25 Jan 2023Capella 1 (NORAD 43791, COSPAR 2018-099AK) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Jan 2023, launched on 3 Dec 2018 on the SSO-A mission. It was operated by CAPSP as part of the Capella programme. The spacecraft was built by CAPSP on the Cubesat 12U bus, with a mass of 30 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 Capella 1?
Capella 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 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 Capella 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Capella 1 re-entered on 25 Jan 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Capella 1?
Capella 1 was operated by CAPSP and built by CAPSP (US).