ATS A
Re-entered 2 Sep 1969ATS A (NORAD 2743, COSPAR 1967-031A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Sep 1969, launched on 6 Apr 1967 on the ATS A mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the ATS programme. The spacecraft was built by HSES on the HS-306 bus, with a mass of 325 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 ATS A?
ATS A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Sep 1969, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1967. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did ATS A re-enter the atmosphere?
ATS A re-entered on 2 Sep 1969, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ATS A?
ATS A was operated by GSFC and built by HSES (US).