Tiangong-1 incoming! Take cover!

[Cold]

China's out of control space station Tiangong-1 has started its return to Earth, somewhat quicker than anticipated. Back in 2016, Chinese officials admitted that they had lost control of the 8.5-tonne spacecraft and now its orbit has decayed enough to be sure that it's on its way back within the next couple of months - with no real idea where the big bits may eventually end up.

Guardian link

[Eric Mc]

In other words, a normal space station re-entry situation.

[LaurasOtherHalf]

8.5 tonne? Four Range Rovers?

I'll drop more for re-entry tomorrow morning after Sunday Dinner