MGS
Re-entered 8 Nov 1996MGS (NORAD 24648, COSPAR 1996-062A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Nov 1996, launched on 7 Nov 1996 on the MGS mission. It was operated by JPL as part of the Mars Surveyor programme. The spacecraft was built by LMA on the MGS bus, with a mass of 1,062 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 MGS?
MGS re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Nov 1996, 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 MGS re-enter the atmosphere?
MGS re-entered on 8 Nov 1996, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built MGS?
MGS was operated by JPL and built by LMA (US).