Hongqing
Re-entered 4 Mar 2025Hongqing (NORAD 58554, COSPAR 2023-193B) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Mar 2025, launched on 8 Dec 2023 on the Hongqing-1/2/TY-33 mission. It was operated by HONGQ as part of the Hongqing programme. The spacecraft was built by CTYK on the HQ bus, with a mass of 50 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 Hongqing?
Hongqing re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Mar 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 Hongqing re-enter the atmosphere?
Hongqing re-entered on 4 Mar 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Hongqing?
Hongqing was operated by HONGQ and built by CTYK (CN).