NORSAT-TD
Re-entered 22 May 2025NORSAT-TD (NORAD 56194, COSPAR 2023-054S) was a N satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 May 2025, launched on 15 Apr 2023 on the Transporter-7 mission. It was operated by NSC as part of the NORSAT programme. The spacecraft was built by UTIAS on the Defiant bus, with a mass of 35 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 NORSAT-TD?
NORSAT-TD re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 May 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 NORSAT-TD re-enter the atmosphere?
NORSAT-TD re-entered on 22 May 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built NORSAT-TD?
NORSAT-TD was operated by NSC and built by UTIAS (N).