Weihai-1 01
Re-entered 14 Jul 2026Weihai-1 01 (NORAD 58919, COSPAR 2024-024C) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Jul 2026, launched on 3 Feb 2024 on the NEXSAT-1/DFHG-1 mission. It was operated by WEIJT as part of the Weihai programme. The spacecraft was built by CASIC on the Weihai bus, with a mass of 95 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 Weihai-1 01?
Weihai-1 01 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Jul 2026, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2024. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Weihai-1 01 re-enter the atmosphere?
Weihai-1 01 re-entered on 14 Jul 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Weihai-1 01?
Weihai-1 01 was operated by WEIJT and built by CASIC (CN).