CTIM-FD
Re-entered 7 Dec 2023CTIM-FD (NORAD 52950, COSPAR 2022-074G) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 7 Dec 2023, launched on 2 Jul 2022 on the Straight Up mission. It was operated by CLASP as part of the UCO programme. The spacecraft was built by CLASP on the Cubesat 6U bus, with a mass of 10 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 CTIM-FD?
CTIM-FD re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 7 Dec 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 CTIM-FD re-enter the atmosphere?
CTIM-FD re-entered on 7 Dec 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built CTIM-FD?
CTIM-FD was operated by CLASP and built by CLASP (US).