Jinta
Re-entered 7 Feb 2024Jinta (NORAD 56159, COSPAR 2023-049A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 7 Feb 2024, launched on 2 Apr 2023 on the Jinta mission. It was operated by HANGSH as part of the Hangsheng programme. The spacecraft was built by HANGSH on the Cubesat 4U bus, with a mass of 8 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 Jinta?
Jinta re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 7 Feb 2024, 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 Jinta re-enter the atmosphere?
Jinta re-entered on 7 Feb 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Jinta?
Jinta was operated by HANGSH and built by HANGSH (CN).