La Jument
Re-entered 23 May 2024La Jument (NORAD 51084, COSPAR 2022-002DE) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 May 2024, launched on 13 Jan 2022 on the Transporter-3 mission. It was operated by USCLA / LMSSD as part of the USC programme. The spacecraft was built by USCLA on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 5 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 La Jument?
La Jument re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 May 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 La Jument re-enter the atmosphere?
La Jument re-entered on 23 May 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built La Jument?
La Jument was operated by USCLA / LMSSD and built by USCLA (US).