Shiyan 16A
Re-entered 8 Mar 2025Shiyan 16A (NORAD 53948, COSPAR 2022-121A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Mar 2025, launched on 26 Sep 2022 on the Shiyan 16AB/17 mission. It was operated by SAST as part of the SW16 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 16A?
Shiyan 16A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Mar 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 16A re-enter the atmosphere?
Shiyan 16A re-entered on 8 Mar 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Shiyan 16A?
Shiyan 16A was operated by SAST and built by SAST (CN).