Yes, re-entry can survive for the lower velocity orbits all the way to ground de...

mrtnmcc on Feb 25, 2021 | parent | context | favorite | on: American Airlines confirms UFO contact over New Me...

Yes, re-entry can survive for the lower velocity orbits all the way to ground depending on debris material and orientation. Air density is 20% at 40k ft, so much more likely to make it that far.