NOAA B
Re-entered 3 May 1981NOAA B (NORAD 11819, COSPAR 1980-043A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 May 1981, launched on 29 May 1980 on the NOAA B mission. It was operated by NOAA as part of the Tiros N programme. The spacecraft was built by RCA on the Tiros N bus, with a mass of 685 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 NOAA B?
NOAA B re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 May 1981, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1980. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did NOAA B re-enter the atmosphere?
NOAA B re-entered on 3 May 1981, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built NOAA B?
NOAA B was operated by NOAA and built by RCA (US).