MSTI 3
Re-entered 11 Dec 1997MSTI 3 (NORAD 23868, COSPAR 1996-031A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Dec 1997, launched on 17 May 1996 on the MSTI 3 mission. It was operated by AFPLH as part of the MSTI programme. The spacecraft was built by SPA on the SA-200S bus, with a mass of 211 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 MSTI 3?
MSTI 3 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Dec 1997, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1996. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did MSTI 3 re-enter the atmosphere?
MSTI 3 re-entered on 11 Dec 1997, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built MSTI 3?
MSTI 3 was operated by AFPLH and built by SPA (US).