HEAD-2H
Re-entered 16 May 2026HEAD-2H (NORAD 54691, COSPAR 2022-167K) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 May 2026, launched on 9 Dec 2022 on the Jilin-1 mission. It was operated by HEAD as part of the HEAD programme. The spacecraft was built by IMICAS on the WN100 bus, with a mass of 40 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 HEAD-2H?
HEAD-2H re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 May 2026, 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 HEAD-2H re-enter the atmosphere?
HEAD-2H re-entered on 16 May 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built HEAD-2H?
HEAD-2H was operated by HEAD and built by IMICAS (CN).