Kepler-21
Re-entered 10 Jul 2026Kepler-21 (NORAD 56218, COSPAR 2023-054AS) was a CA satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Jul 2026, launched on 15 Apr 2023 on the Transporter-7 mission. It was operated by Kepler Comms as part of the Kepler programme. The spacecraft was built by KEPLER/UTIAS on the Cubesat 6U bus, with a mass of 15 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 Kepler-21?
Kepler-21 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Jul 2026, 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 Kepler-21 re-enter the atmosphere?
Kepler-21 re-entered on 10 Jul 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Kepler-21?
Kepler-21 was operated by Kepler Comms and built by KEPLER/UTIAS (CA).