PAINANI-2
Re-entered 5 Nov 2024PAINANI-2 (NORAD 48928, COSPAR 2021-059BB) was a MX satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Nov 2024, launched on 30 Jun 2021 on the Transporter-2 mission. It was operated by SEDENA as part of the Sedena programme. The spacecraft was built by IPN/UNAM on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 4 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 PAINANI-2?
PAINANI-2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Nov 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 PAINANI-2 re-enter the atmosphere?
PAINANI-2 re-entered on 5 Nov 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built PAINANI-2?
PAINANI-2 was operated by SEDENA and built by IPN/UNAM (MX).