ICEYE-X15
Re-entered 13 Aug 2025ICEYE-X15 (NORAD 48917, COSPAR 2021-059AQ) was a FI satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Aug 2025, launched on 30 Jun 2021 on the Transporter-2 mission. It was operated by ICEYE as part of the ICEYE programme. The spacecraft was built by ICEYE on the ICEYE 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 ICEYE-X15?
ICEYE-X15 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 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 ICEYE-X15 re-enter the atmosphere?
ICEYE-X15 re-entered on 13 Aug 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ICEYE-X15?
ICEYE-X15 was operated by ICEYE and built by ICEYE (FI).