Shiyan 22B
Re-entered 12 Oct 2025Shiyan 22B (NORAD 55243, COSPAR 2023-006B) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Oct 2025, launched on 13 Jan 2023 on the Yaogan 37 mission. It was operated by CASC as part of the SW22 programme. The spacecraft was built by WEINA, 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 22B?
Shiyan 22B re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Oct 2025, 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 Shiyan 22B re-enter the atmosphere?
Shiyan 22B re-entered on 12 Oct 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Shiyan 22B?
Shiyan 22B was operated by CASC and built by WEINA (CN).