ASTRO-A
Re-entered 11 Jul 1991ASTRO-A (NORAD 12307, COSPAR 1981-017A) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Jul 1991, launched on 21 Feb 1981 on the ASTRO-A mission. It was operated by ISAS as part of the ASTRO programme. The spacecraft was built by ISAS on the ASTRO bus, with a mass of 188 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 ASTRO-A?
ASTRO-A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Jul 1991, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1981. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did ASTRO-A re-enter the atmosphere?
ASTRO-A re-entered on 11 Jul 1991, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ASTRO-A?
ASTRO-A was operated by ISAS and built by ISAS (J).