SRV
Re-entered 23 May 1962SRV (NORAD 102, COSPAR 1961 LAM 2) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 May 1962, launched on 8 Apr 1961. It was operated by AFSSD / CIA as part of the SRV programme. The spacecraft was built by GERSD on the SRV Mk V bus, with a mass of 157 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 SRV?
SRV re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 May 1962, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1961. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did SRV re-enter the atmosphere?
SRV re-entered on 23 May 1962, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SRV?
SRV was operated by AFSSD / CIA and built by GERSD (US).