Lucy
Re-entered 16 Oct 2021Lucy (NORAD 49328, COSPAR 2021-093A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Oct 2021, launched on 16 Oct 2021 on the Lucy mission. It was operated by GSFC / SWRI as part of the Discovery programme. The spacecraft was built by LMSSD on the Lucy bus, with a mass of 1,550 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 Lucy?
Lucy re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Oct 2021, 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 Lucy re-enter the atmosphere?
Lucy re-entered on 16 Oct 2021, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Lucy?
Lucy was operated by GSFC / SWRI and built by LMSSD (US).