OCS
Re-entered 5 Mar 2001OCS (NORAD 26062, COSPAR 2000-004B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Mar 2001, launched on 27 Jan 2000 on the JAWSAT mission. It was operated by SOR as part of the STP1 programme. The spacecraft was built by LGAR on the OCSE bus, with a mass of 23 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 OCS?
OCS re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Mar 2001, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2000. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did OCS re-enter the atmosphere?
OCS re-entered on 5 Mar 2001, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built OCS?
OCS was operated by SOR and built by LGAR (US).