GASPACS
Re-entered 23 May 2022GASPACS (NORAD 51439, COSPAR 1998-067TB) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 May 2022, launched on 21 Dec 2021 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by USU as part of the USU programme. The spacecraft was built by USU on the Cubesat 1U bus, with a mass of 1 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 GASPACS?
GASPACS re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 May 2022, 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 GASPACS re-enter the atmosphere?
GASPACS re-entered on 23 May 2022, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built GASPACS?
GASPACS was operated by USU and built by USU (US).