Pioneer-01
Re-entered 21 Feb 2024Pioneer-01 (NORAD 56959, COSPAR 2023-084AD) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Feb 2024, launched on 12 Jun 2023 on the Transporter-8 mission. It was operated by VARDA as part of the Photon programme. The spacecraft was built by RLABLB on the RL Pioneer bus, with a mass of 275 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 Pioneer-01?
Pioneer-01 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Feb 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 Pioneer-01 re-enter the atmosphere?
Pioneer-01 re-entered on 21 Feb 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Pioneer-01?
Pioneer-01 was operated by VARDA and built by RLABLB (US).