SpooQy-1
Re-entered 16 Oct 2021SpooQy-1 (NORAD 44332, COSPAR 1998-067QH) was a SG satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Oct 2021, launched on 17 Apr 2019 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by NUS as part of the NUS programme. The spacecraft was built by GOMSP on the Cubesat 3U 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 SpooQy-1?
SpooQy-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Oct 2021, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2019. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did SpooQy-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
SpooQy-1 re-entered on 16 Oct 2021, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was SpooQy-1 operational?
SpooQy-1 was operational for roughly 20 months, from 1 Jan 2020 to 1 Sep 2021.
Who operated and built SpooQy-1?
SpooQy-1 was operated by NUS and built by GOMSP (SG).