TIGER-2
Re-entered 9 Oct 2024TIGER-2 (NORAD 48944, COSPAR 2021-059BT) was a L satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 Oct 2024, launched on 30 Jun 2021 on the Transporter-2 mission. It was operated by OQT / OQTR as part of the OQT 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 TIGER-2?
TIGER-2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 Oct 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 TIGER-2 re-enter the atmosphere?
TIGER-2 re-entered on 9 Oct 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built TIGER-2?
TIGER-2 was operated by OQT / OQTR and built by NANAV (L).