SAC-A
Re-entered 25 Oct 1999SAC-A (NORAD 25550, COSPAR 1998-069B) was a AR satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Oct 1999, launched on 4 Dec 1998 on the OV-105 ISS mission. It was operated by CONAE as part of the SAC programme. The spacecraft was built by INVAP on the SAC bus, with a mass of 60 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 SAC-A?
SAC-A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Oct 1999, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1998. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did SAC-A re-enter the atmosphere?
SAC-A re-entered on 25 Oct 1999, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SAC-A?
SAC-A was operated by CONAE and built by INVAP (AR).