IM-2
Re-entered 27 Feb 2025IM-2 (NORAD 63099, COSPAR 2025-038A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Feb 2025, launched on 27 Feb 2025 on the IM-2/Odin/LTB/CGEO-1 mission. It was operated by INTMA as part of the IM programme. The spacecraft was built by INTMA on the Nova-C bus, with a mass of 2,120 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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What happened to IM-2?
IM-2 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 IM-2 re-enter the atmosphere?
IM-2 re-entered on 27 Feb 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built IM-2?
IM-2 was operated by INTMA and built by INTMA (US).