ICEYE-X23
Re-entered 28 Dec 2025ICEYE-X23 (NORAD 56949, COSPAR 2023-084T) was a FI satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Dec 2025, launched on 12 Jun 2023 on the Transporter-8 mission. It was operated by ICEYE as part of the ICEYE programme. The spacecraft was built by ICEYE on the ICEYE bus, with a mass of 90 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 ICEYE-X23?
ICEYE-X23 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Dec 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 ICEYE-X23 re-enter the atmosphere?
ICEYE-X23 re-entered on 28 Dec 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ICEYE-X23?
ICEYE-X23 was operated by ICEYE and built by ICEYE (FI).