HEAD-2C
Re-entered 20 Mar 2024HEAD-2C (NORAD 45624, COSPAR 2020-034A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 20 Mar 2024, launched on 31 May 2020 on the Gao Fen 9-02 mission. It was operated by HEAD as part of the HEAD programme. The spacecraft was built by 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-2C?
HEAD-2C re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 20 Mar 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 HEAD-2C re-enter the atmosphere?
HEAD-2C re-entered on 20 Mar 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built HEAD-2C?
HEAD-2C was operated by HEAD and built by SAST (CN).