ALE-2
Re-entered 19 Apr 2023ALE-2 (NORAD 44824, COSPAR 2019-084A) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Apr 2023, launched on 6 Dec 2019 on the Electron 10 Rideshare mission. It was operated by ALE as part of the ALE programme. The spacecraft was built by ALE on the ALE bus, with a mass of 75 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 ALE-2?
ALE-2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Apr 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 ALE-2 re-enter the atmosphere?
ALE-2 re-entered on 19 Apr 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ALE-2?
ALE-2 was operated by ALE and built by ALE (J).