ATL-1
Re-entered 9 Oct 2020ATL-1 (NORAD 44830, COSPAR 2019-084G) was a HU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 Oct 2020, launched on 6 Dec 2019 on the Electron 10 Rideshare mission. It was operated by ATLH as part of the HUATL programme. The spacecraft was built by ATLH on the PocketQube 2P bus, with a mass of 0.5 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 ATL-1?
ATL-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 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 ATL-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
ATL-1 re-entered on 9 Oct 2020, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ATL-1?
ATL-1 was operated by ATLH and built by ATLH (HU).