Astrocast-1.x4
Re-entered 28 Nov 2025Astrocast-1.x4 (NORAD 47519, COSPAR 2021-006DK) was a CH satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Nov 2025, launched on 24 Jan 2021 on the Transporter-1 mission. It was operated by ACAST as part of the Astrocast programme. The spacecraft was built by ACAST on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 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 Astrocast-1.x4?
Astrocast-1.x4 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Nov 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 Astrocast-1.x4 re-enter the atmosphere?
Astrocast-1.x4 re-entered on 28 Nov 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Astrocast-1.x4?
Astrocast-1.x4 was operated by ACAST and built by ACAST (CH).