XJS D
Re-entered 4 Jun 2024XJS D (NORAD 45250, COSPAR 2020-014B) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Jun 2024, launched on 19 Feb 2020 on the XJS C-F mission. It was operated by SAST as part of the XJS programme. The spacecraft was built by SAST, with a mass of 200 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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What happened to XJS D?
XJS D re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Jun 2024, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2020. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did XJS D re-enter the atmosphere?
XJS D re-entered on 4 Jun 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built XJS D?
XJS D was operated by SAST and built by SAST (CN).