HEAD-2B
Re-entered 16 Feb 2024HEAD-2B (NORAD 44839, COSPAR 2019-087B) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Feb 2024, launched on 7 Dec 2019 on the HEAD/Tianqi mission. It was operated by HEAD as part of the HEAD programme. The spacecraft was built by LIZH/SAST on the HEAD-1 bus, with a mass of 45 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 HEAD-2B?
HEAD-2B re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Feb 2024, 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 HEAD-2B re-enter the atmosphere?
HEAD-2B re-entered on 16 Feb 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built HEAD-2B?
HEAD-2B was operated by HEAD and built by LIZH/SAST (CN).