DE B
Re-entered 19 Feb 1983DE B (NORAD 12625, COSPAR 1981-070B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Feb 1983, launched on 3 Aug 1981 on the DE A mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the DeltaEx programme. The spacecraft was built by RCA on the DE bus, with a mass of 420 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 DE B?
DE B re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Feb 1983, 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 DE B re-enter the atmosphere?
DE B re-entered on 19 Feb 1983, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built DE B?
DE B was operated by GSFC and built by RCA (US).