Taifa-1
Re-entered 28 Apr 2025Taifa-1 (NORAD 56208, COSPAR 2023-054AG) was a KE satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Apr 2025, launched on 15 Apr 2023 on the Transporter-7 mission. It was operated by KESA / SAYARI as part of the Kenya SA programme. The spacecraft was built by SAYARI/ENDUR on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 4 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 Taifa-1?
Taifa-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Apr 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 Taifa-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Taifa-1 re-entered on 28 Apr 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Taifa-1?
Taifa-1 was operated by KESA / SAYARI and built by SAYARI/ENDUR (KE).