Unicorn-2Q
Re-entered 26 Nov 2025Unicorn-2Q (NORAD 63491, COSPAR 2025-052BM) was a D satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Nov 2025, launched on 15 Mar 2025 on the Transporter-13 mission. It was operated by ALBAD as part of the Alba programme. The spacecraft was built by ALBA on the PocketQube 3P bus, with a mass of 0.75 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 Unicorn-2Q?
Unicorn-2Q re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Nov 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 Unicorn-2Q re-enter the atmosphere?
Unicorn-2Q re-entered on 26 Nov 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Unicorn-2Q?
Unicorn-2Q was operated by ALBAD and built by ALBA (D).