Shiyan 14
Re-entered 23 Apr 2025Shiyan 14 (NORAD 53884, COSPAR 2022-118A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Apr 2025, launched on 24 Sep 2022 on the Shiyan 14/15 mission. It was operated by SAST as part of the SW14 programme. The spacecraft was built by SAST, with a mass of 100 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 Shiyan 14?
Shiyan 14 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Apr 2025, 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 Shiyan 14 re-enter the atmosphere?
Shiyan 14 re-entered on 23 Apr 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Shiyan 14?
Shiyan 14 was operated by SAST and built by SAST (CN).