Kepler-11
Re-entered 29 Mar 2025Kepler-11 (NORAD 47503, COSPAR 2021-006CU) was a CA satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Mar 2025, launched on 24 Jan 2021 on the Transporter-1 mission. It was operated by KEPLER as part of the Kepler programme. The spacecraft was built by KEPLER/UTIAS on the Cubesat 6U bus, with a mass of 15 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 Kepler-11?
Kepler-11 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Mar 2025, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2021. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Kepler-11 re-enter the atmosphere?
Kepler-11 re-entered on 29 Mar 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Kepler-11?
Kepler-11 was operated by KEPLER and built by KEPLER/UTIAS (CA).