CZ-5B Stage 1
Re-entered 9 May 2021CZ-5B Stage 1 (NORAD 48275, COSPAR 2021-035B) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 May 2021, launched on 29 Apr 2021 on the Tianhe mission. It was operated by CNSA. The spacecraft was built by CALT on the CZ-5 H5-1 bus, with a mass of 21,600 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 CZ-5B Stage 1?
CZ-5B Stage 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 May 2021, 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 CZ-5B Stage 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
CZ-5B Stage 1 re-entered on 9 May 2021, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built CZ-5B Stage 1?
CZ-5B Stage 1 was operated by CNSA and built by CALT (CN).