NAPA-2
Re-entered 5 Jul 2026NAPA-2 (NORAD 48963, COSPAR 2021-059CN) was a T satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Jul 2026, launched on 30 Jun 2021 on the Transporter-2 mission. It was operated by RTAF as part of the RTAF programme. The spacecraft was built by ISISBV 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 NAPA-2?
NAPA-2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Jul 2026, 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 NAPA-2 re-enter the atmosphere?
NAPA-2 re-entered on 5 Jul 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built NAPA-2?
NAPA-2 was operated by RTAF and built by ISISBV (T).