Breakup of Noaa 17

From: Kevin Fetter via Seesat-l <seesat-l_at_satobs.org>
Date: Fri, 19 Mar 2021 17:03:36 -0400
The 18th Space Control Squadron has confirmed the breakup of NOAA 17
(#27453, 2002-06-24), which was formally decommissioned by NOAA in 2013
following an 11 year on-orbit operating life. Data indicates the breakup
likely occurred Mar 10, 2020, 0711 UTC. 18 SPCS is tracking approximately
16 pieces, which are being incorporated into routine conjunction assessment
to support spaceflight safety. There is no indication that this breakup was
caused by a collision with another object.
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Received on Fri Mar 19 2021 - 16:04:41 UTC

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