SHERPA-LTE SXRS-5
Re-entered 5 Jul 2024SHERPA-LTE SXRS-5 (NORAD 48941, COSPAR 2021-059BQ) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Jul 2024, launched on 30 Jun 2021 on the Transporter-2 mission. It was operated by SFLIN as part of the SFLIN programme. The spacecraft was built by SFLIN on the ESPA/Sherpa-LTE bus, with a mass of 203 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 SHERPA-LTE SXRS-5?
SHERPA-LTE SXRS-5 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Jul 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 SHERPA-LTE SXRS-5 re-enter the atmosphere?
SHERPA-LTE SXRS-5 re-entered on 5 Jul 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was SHERPA-LTE SXRS-5 operational?
SHERPA-LTE SXRS-5 was operational for roughly 4 months, from 1 Sep 2022 to 1 Jan 2023.
Who operated and built SHERPA-LTE SXRS-5?
SHERPA-LTE SXRS-5 was operated by SFLIN and built by SFLIN (US).