AC-10a
Re-entered 4 May 2023AC-10a (NORAD 44485, COSPAR 2019-022D) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 May 2023, launched on 17 Apr 2019 on the Cygnus NG-11 mission. It was operated by AERO as part of the Aerocube programme. The spacecraft was built by AERO on the Cubesat 1.5U bus, with a mass of 2.1 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 AC-10a?
AC-10a re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 May 2023, 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 AC-10a re-enter the atmosphere?
AC-10a re-entered on 4 May 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built AC-10a?
AC-10a was operated by AERO and built by AERO (US).