PetitSat
Re-entered 10 Apr 2023PetitSat (NORAD 55130, COSPAR 1998-067UX) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Apr 2023, launched on 26 Nov 2022 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the GSFC Cube programme. The spacecraft was built by GSFC 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 PetitSat?
PetitSat re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Apr 2023, 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 PetitSat re-enter the atmosphere?
PetitSat re-entered on 10 Apr 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built PetitSat?
PetitSat was operated by GSFC and built by GSFC (US).