Weihai-1 02
Re-entered 6 Sep 2026Weihai-1 02 (NORAD 58925, COSPAR 2024-024J) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 Sep 2026, launched on 3 Feb 2024 on the NEXSAT-1/DFHG-1 mission. It was operated by Weihai JTXJ as part of the Weihai programme. The spacecraft was built by SECM 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 02?
Weihai-1 02 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 Sep 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 02 re-enter the atmosphere?
Weihai-1 02 re-entered on 6 Sep 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Weihai-1 02?
Weihai-1 02 was operated by Weihai JTXJ and built by SECM (CN).