BEAK
Re-entered 29 Jun 2024BEAK (NORAD 58612, COSPAR 1998-067WD) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Jun 2024, launched on 10 Nov 2023 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by TOK / ISAS as part of the Tokyo programme. The spacecraft was built by TOK on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 5 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 BEAK?
BEAK re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Jun 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 BEAK re-enter the atmosphere?
BEAK re-entered on 29 Jun 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built BEAK?
BEAK was operated by TOK / ISAS and built by TOK (J).