YAM-2
Re-entered 28 Aug 2025YAM-2 (NORAD 48911, COSPAR 2021-059AJ) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Aug 2025, launched on 30 Jun 2021 on the Transporter-2 mission. It was operated by LOFT as part of the LOFT programme. The spacecraft was built by RAYBL on the YAM bus, with a mass of 80 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 YAM-2?
YAM-2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Aug 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 YAM-2 re-enter the atmosphere?
YAM-2 re-entered on 28 Aug 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built YAM-2?
YAM-2 was operated by LOFT and built by RAYBL (US).