FossaSat-2E16
Re-entered 2 May 2024FossaSat-2E16 (NORAD 56932, COSPAR 2023-084A) was a E satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 May 2024, launched on 12 Jun 2023 on the Transporter-8 mission. It was operated by FOSSA as part of the Fossa programme. The spacecraft was built by FOSSA on the Flat Cubesat bus, with a mass of 2 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 FossaSat-2E16?
FossaSat-2E16 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 May 2024, 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 FossaSat-2E16 re-enter the atmosphere?
FossaSat-2E16 re-entered on 2 May 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built FossaSat-2E16?
FossaSat-2E16 was operated by FOSSA and built by FOSSA (E).