SAKURA
Re-entered 3 Dec 2024SAKURA (NORAD 60954, COSPAR 1998-067WU) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Dec 2024, launched on 4 Aug 2024 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by CHIBA as part of the Chiba programme. The spacecraft was built by CHIBA on the Cubesat 1U bus, with a mass of 1 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 SAKURA?
SAKURA re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Dec 2024, 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 SAKURA re-enter the atmosphere?
SAKURA re-entered on 3 Dec 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SAKURA?
SAKURA was operated by CHIBA and built by CHIBA (J).