D2/AtlaCom-1
Re-entered 1 Sep 2024D2/AtlaCom-1 (NORAD 48922, COSPAR 2021-059AV) was a LT satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Sep 2024, launched on 30 Jun 2021 on the Transporter-2 mission. It was operated by NANAV as part of the Nanoav programme. The spacecraft was built by NANAV on the Cubesat 6U bus, with a mass of 10 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 D2/AtlaCom-1?
D2/AtlaCom-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 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 D2/AtlaCom-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
D2/AtlaCom-1 re-entered on 1 Sep 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built D2/AtlaCom-1?
D2/AtlaCom-1 was operated by NANAV and built by NANAV (LT).