Swiatowid
Re-entered 14 Mar 2021Swiatowid (NORAD 44426, COSPAR 1998-067QL) was a PL satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Mar 2021, launched on 17 Apr 2019 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by SATRV as part of the SatRev programme. The spacecraft was built by SATRV on the Cubesat 2U bus, with a mass of 2 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 Swiatowid?
Swiatowid re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Mar 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 Swiatowid re-enter the atmosphere?
Swiatowid re-entered on 14 Mar 2021, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Swiatowid?
Swiatowid was operated by SATRV and built by SATRV (PL).