SWFO-L1
Re-entered 25 Sep 2025SWFO-L1 (NORAD 65726, COSPAR 2025-215B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Sep 2025, launched on 24 Sep 2025 on the IMAP mission. It was operated by NOAA / NESD as part of the Triana programme. The spacecraft was built by BAEB on the Evolve bus, with a mass of 377 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 SWFO-L1?
SWFO-L1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Sep 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 SWFO-L1 re-enter the atmosphere?
SWFO-L1 re-entered on 25 Sep 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SWFO-L1?
SWFO-L1 was operated by NOAA / NESD and built by BAEB (US).