Shiyan 11
Re-entered 15 Aug 2025Shiyan 11 (NORAD 49501, COSPAR 2021-112A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Aug 2025, launched on 24 Nov 2021 on the Shiyan 11 mission. It was operated by CASC as part of the SW11 programme. The spacecraft was built by DFHS on the SY-11 bus, with a mass of 200 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 Shiyan 11?
Shiyan 11 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Aug 2025, 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 Shiyan 11 re-enter the atmosphere?
Shiyan 11 re-entered on 15 Aug 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Shiyan 11?
Shiyan 11 was operated by CASC and built by DFHS (CN).