RED-EYE 1
Re-entered 7 May 2019RED-EYE 1 (NORAD 44364, COSPAR 1998-067QJ) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 7 May 2019, launched on 4 May 2019 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by DARPA2 as part of the DARPA RE programme. The spacecraft was built by DARPA2 on the RED-EYE bus, with a mass of 50 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 RED-EYE 1?
RED-EYE 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 7 May 2019, 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 RED-EYE 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
RED-EYE 1 re-entered on 7 May 2019, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built RED-EYE 1?
RED-EYE 1 was operated by DARPA2 and built by DARPA2 (US).