NinjaSat
Re-entered 18 Sep 2025NinjaSat (NORAD 58341, COSPAR 2023-174CP) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 Sep 2025, launched on 11 Nov 2023 on the Transporter-9 mission. It was operated by RIKEN / MITSUI as part of the RIKEN programme. The spacecraft was built by NANAV on the Cubesat 6U bus, with a mass of 10 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 NinjaSat?
NinjaSat re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 Sep 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 NinjaSat re-enter the atmosphere?
NinjaSat re-entered on 18 Sep 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built NinjaSat?
NinjaSat was operated by RIKEN / MITSUI and built by NANAV (J).