Planetum-1
Re-entered 3 Dec 2024Planetum-1 (NORAD 52738, COSPAR 2022-057G) was a CZ satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Dec 2024, launched on 25 May 2022 on the Transporter-5 mission. It was operated by SPMNC / PLNTM as part of the SpaceManic programme. The spacecraft was built by SPMNC 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 Planetum-1?
Planetum-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Dec 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 Planetum-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Planetum-1 re-entered on 3 Dec 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Planetum-1?
Planetum-1 was operated by SPMNC / PLNTM and built by SPMNC (CZ).