Pioneer-02
Re-entered 27 Feb 2025Pioneer-02 (NORAD 62662, COSPAR 2025-009BF) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Feb 2025, launched on 14 Jan 2025 on the Transporter-12 mission. It was operated by VARDA as part of the Photon programme. The spacecraft was built by RLABLB on the RL Pioneer bus, with a mass of 275 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 Pioneer-02?
Pioneer-02 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Feb 2025, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2025. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Pioneer-02 re-enter the atmosphere?
Pioneer-02 re-entered on 27 Feb 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Pioneer-02?
Pioneer-02 was operated by VARDA and built by RLABLB (US).