STORK 4
Re-entered 3 Oct 2023STORK 4 (NORAD 48873, COSPAR 2021-058C) was a PL satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Oct 2023, launched on 30 Jun 2021 on the Tubular Bells I mission. It was operated by SATRV as part of the STORK programme. The spacecraft was built by SATRV 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 STORK 4?
STORK 4 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Oct 2023, 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 STORK 4 re-enter the atmosphere?
STORK 4 re-entered on 3 Oct 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built STORK 4?
STORK 4 was operated by SATRV and built by SATRV (PL).