STF-1
Re-entered 21 Feb 2024STF-1 (NORAD 43852, COSPAR 2018-104D) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Feb 2024, launched on 16 Dec 2018 on the Electron 04 Rideshare mission. It was operated by GSFC / WVU as part of the GSFC Cube programme. The spacecraft was built by GSFC/WVU on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 3.01 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 STF-1?
STF-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Feb 2024, 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 STF-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
STF-1 re-entered on 21 Feb 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built STF-1?
STF-1 was operated by GSFC / WVU and built by GSFC/WVU (US).