JUICE
Re-entered 14 Apr 2023JUICE (NORAD 56176, COSPAR 2023-053A) was a I-ESA satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Apr 2023, launched on 14 Apr 2023 on the JUICE mission. It was operated by ESA as part of the ESA Plan programme. The spacecraft was built by ADST on the JUICE bus, with a mass of 5,963 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 JUICE?
JUICE re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Apr 2023, 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 JUICE re-enter the atmosphere?
JUICE re-entered on 14 Apr 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built JUICE?
JUICE was operated by ESA and built by ADST (I-ESA).