Shiyan 17
Re-entered 31 Jul 2025Shiyan 17 (NORAD 53950, COSPAR 2022-121C) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 31 Jul 2025, launched on 26 Sep 2022 on the Shiyan 16AB/17 mission. It was operated by CALT as part of the SW14 programme. The spacecraft was built by CALT, 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 17?
Shiyan 17 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 31 Jul 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 17 re-enter the atmosphere?
Shiyan 17 re-entered on 31 Jul 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Shiyan 17?
Shiyan 17 was operated by CALT and built by CALT (CN).