BCCSAT-1
Re-entered 19 Sep 2024BCCSAT-1 (NORAD 48041, COSPAR 2021-022AK) was a T satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Sep 2024, launched on 22 Mar 2021 on the Soyuz Rideshare 9 mission. It was operated by BCCT / KMUTNB as part of the KMUT programme. The spacecraft was built by ABERRY on the Cubesat 1U bus, with a mass of 1 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 BCCSAT-1?
BCCSAT-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Sep 2024, 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 BCCSAT-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
BCCSAT-1 re-entered on 19 Sep 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built BCCSAT-1?
BCCSAT-1 was operated by BCCT / KMUTNB and built by ABERRY (T).