Gama Alpha
Re-entered 15 Jan 2026Gama Alpha (NORAD 55084, COSPAR 2023-001CD) was a LT satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Jan 2026, launched on 3 Jan 2023 on the Transporter-6 mission. It was operated by NANAV / GAMA as part of the GAMA programme. The spacecraft was built by NANAV 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 Gama Alpha?
Gama Alpha re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Jan 2026, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2023. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Gama Alpha re-enter the atmosphere?
Gama Alpha re-entered on 15 Jan 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Gama Alpha?
Gama Alpha was operated by NANAV / GAMA and built by NANAV (LT).