KMSL
Re-entered 5 Jun 2026KMSL (NORAD 47958, COSPAR 2021-022AC) was a KR satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Jun 2026, launched on 22 Mar 2021 on the Soyuz Rideshare 9 mission. It was operated by CHOSU as part of the Chosun programme. The spacecraft was built by CHOSU on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 3 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 KMSL?
KMSL re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Jun 2026, 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 KMSL re-enter the atmosphere?
KMSL re-entered on 5 Jun 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built KMSL?
KMSL was operated by CHOSU and built by CHOSU (KR).