Dummy CZ-12A payload
Re-entered 28 Dec 2025Dummy CZ-12A payload (NORAD 67231, COSPAR 2025-308A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Dec 2025, launched on 23 Dec 2025 on the Dummy payload mission. It was operated by SAST as part of the SAST LV programme. The spacecraft was built by SAST on the UNK bus, with a mass of 1,000 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 Dummy CZ-12A payload?
Dummy CZ-12A payload re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Dec 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 Dummy CZ-12A payload re-enter the atmosphere?
Dummy CZ-12A payload re-entered on 28 Dec 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Dummy CZ-12A payload?
Dummy CZ-12A payload was operated by SAST and built by SAST (CN).