ICEYE-X16
Re-entered 16 Sep 2024ICEYE-X16 (NORAD 51008, COSPAR 2022-002AA) was a FI satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Sep 2024, launched on 13 Jan 2022 on the Transporter-3 mission. It was operated by ICEYE as part of the ICEYE programme. The spacecraft was built by ICEYE on the ICEYE bus, with a mass of 80 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 ICEYE-X16?
ICEYE-X16 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Sep 2024, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2022. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did ICEYE-X16 re-enter the atmosphere?
ICEYE-X16 re-entered on 16 Sep 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ICEYE-X16?
ICEYE-X16 was operated by ICEYE and built by ICEYE (FI).