FACSAT-2
Re-entered 27 Oct 2025FACSAT-2 (NORAD 56205, COSPAR 2023-054AD) was a CO satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Oct 2025, launched on 15 Apr 2023 on the Transporter-7 mission. It was operated by EMAVI as part of the FAC programme. The spacecraft was built by GOMSP 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 FACSAT-2?
FACSAT-2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 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 FACSAT-2 re-enter the atmosphere?
FACSAT-2 re-entered on 27 Oct 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built FACSAT-2?
FACSAT-2 was operated by EMAVI and built by GOMSP (CO).