GPIM
Re-entered 14 Oct 2020GPIM (NORAD 44342, COSPAR 2019-036D) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Oct 2020, launched on 25 Jun 2019 on the STP-2 mission. It was operated by MSFC as part of the GPIM programme. The spacecraft was built by BALL on the BCP-100 bus, with a mass of 154 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 GPIM?
GPIM re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Oct 2020, 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 GPIM re-enter the atmosphere?
GPIM re-entered on 14 Oct 2020, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built GPIM?
GPIM was operated by MSFC and built by BALL (US).