FossaSat-2E12
Re-entered 31 Oct 2023FossaSat-2E12 (NORAD 52773, COSPAR 2022-057AT) was a E satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 31 Oct 2023, launched on 25 May 2022 on the Transporter-5 mission. It was operated by FOSSA as part of the Fossa programme. The spacecraft was built by FOSSA on the PocketQube 2P bus, with a mass of 0.5 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 FossaSat-2E12?
FossaSat-2E12 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 31 Oct 2023, 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 FossaSat-2E12 re-enter the atmosphere?
FossaSat-2E12 re-entered on 31 Oct 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built FossaSat-2E12?
FossaSat-2E12 was operated by FOSSA and built by FOSSA (E).