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DMSP Block 2 F-3
Retired 1968DMSP Block 2 F-3 (NORAD 2125, COSPAR 1966-026A) is a retired US satellite, withdrawn from service around 3 May 1968, launched on 31 Mar 1966 on the DAPP 15 mission. It was operated by AFSSD as part of the DAPP2 programme. The spacecraft was built by RCA on the P35? bus, with a mass of 72 kg. Historical record from Orbital Radar's satellite archive, cross-referenced with the live satellite catalogue.
1966
launched
1968
retired
60
years on orbit
72
kg mass
Lifecycle
Launched31 Mar 1966 · on the DAPP 15 mission
Operational3 May 1968 · entered service
Retired3 May 1968 · end of operational service
StatusOn orbit (not live-tracked)
Specifications
NORAD ID2125
COSPAR1966-026A
TypeSatellite
OperatorAFSSD
Country / StateUS
ManufacturerRCA
BusP35?
Mass72 kg
ProgrammeDAPP2
CategoryMET
OrbitLEO (LEO/S)
Altitude627 × 937 km
Inclination98.6°
Frequently asked questions
What happened to DMSP Block 2 F-3?
DMSP Block 2 F-3 was retired from service around 3 May 1968 after launching in 1966. It is no longer operational but remains catalogued.
Who operated and built DMSP Block 2 F-3?
DMSP Block 2 F-3 was operated by AFSSD and built by RCA (US).
Historical record from the Orbital Radar satellite archive. Sources & methodology: data sources. Accessed 2026-09-06.