Light-1
Re-entered 16 Jan 2023Light-1 (NORAD 51509, COSPAR 1998-067TG) was a UAE satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Jan 2023, launched on 21 Dec 2021 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by NYUAD as part of the NYUAD programme. The spacecraft was built by NYUAD on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 4 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 Light-1?
Light-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Jan 2023, 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 Light-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Light-1 re-entered on 16 Jan 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Light-1?
Light-1 was operated by NYUAD and built by NYUAD (UAE).