SilverSat
Re-entered 23 Apr 2026SilverSat (NORAD 66909, COSPAR 1998-067XV) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Apr 2026, launched on 14 Sep 2025 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by SilverSat as part of the SilverSat programme. The spacecraft was built by SILVER on the Cubesat 1U bus, with a mass of 0.88 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 SilverSat?
SilverSat re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Apr 2026, 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 SilverSat re-enter the atmosphere?
SilverSat re-entered on 23 Apr 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SilverSat?
SilverSat was operated by SilverSat and built by SILVER (US).