Carruthers
Re-entered 25 Sep 2025Carruthers (NORAD 65727, COSPAR 2025-215C) 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 GSFC as part of the SOLTP programme. The spacecraft was built by BAEB on the Evolve bus, with a mass of 240 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 Carruthers?
Carruthers 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 Carruthers re-enter the atmosphere?
Carruthers re-entered on 25 Sep 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Carruthers?
Carruthers was operated by GSFC and built by BAEB (US).