ILLUMA-T
Re-entered 14 Nov 2023ILLUMA-T (NORAD 60181, COSPAR 1998-067WR) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Nov 2023, launched on 10 Nov 2023 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the ISS Att Payload programme. The spacecraft was built by GSFC on the ORU bus, with a mass of 396 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 ILLUMA-T?
ILLUMA-T re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Nov 2023, 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 ILLUMA-T re-enter the atmosphere?
ILLUMA-T re-entered on 14 Nov 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ILLUMA-T?
ILLUMA-T was operated by GSFC and built by GSFC (US).