InspireSat-1
Re-entered 2 May 2026InspireSat-1 (NORAD 51657, COSPAR 2022-013B) was a IN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 May 2026, launched on 14 Feb 2022 on the RISAT-1A mission. It was operated by IISTT as part of the IIST programme. The spacecraft was built by IISTT on the InspireSat bus, with a mass of 8.1 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 InspireSat-1?
InspireSat-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 May 2026, 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 InspireSat-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
InspireSat-1 re-entered on 2 May 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built InspireSat-1?
InspireSat-1 was operated by IISTT and built by IISTT (IN).