Voyager 77-3
Re-entered 20 Aug 1977Voyager 77-3 (NORAD 10271, COSPAR 1977-076A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 20 Aug 1977, launched on 20 Aug 1977 on the Voyager 2 mission. It was operated by JPL as part of the Voyager programme. The spacecraft was built by JPL on the Voyager bus, with a mass of 820 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 Voyager 77-3?
Voyager 77-3 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 20 Aug 1977, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1977. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Voyager 77-3 re-enter the atmosphere?
Voyager 77-3 re-entered on 20 Aug 1977, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Voyager 77-3?
Voyager 77-3 was operated by JPL and built by JPL (US).