SkySat C13
Re-entered 21 Jun 2026SkySat C13 (NORAD 43802, COSPAR 2018-099AW) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Jun 2026, launched on 3 Dec 2018 on the SSO-A mission. It is catalogued as SkySat C13 (15). It was operated by Terra Bella as part of the Skysat programme. The spacecraft was built by SSLMAX on the SkySat-Gen2 bus, with a mass of 110 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 SkySat C13?
SkySat C13 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Jun 2026, 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 SkySat C13 re-enter the atmosphere?
SkySat C13 re-entered on 21 Jun 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was SkySat C13 operational?
SkySat C13 was operational for roughly 11 months, from 1 Jun 2025 to 1 May 2026.
Who operated and built SkySat C13?
SkySat C13 was operated by Terra Bella and built by SSLMAX (US).