Vela 4A
Re-entered 1 Jan 1970Vela 4A (NORAD 2765, COSPAR 1967-040A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Jan 1970, launched on 28 Apr 1967 on the Vela 4A mission. It was operated by AFSSD as part of the Vela programme. The spacecraft was built by TRW on the Vela bus, with a mass of 221 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 Vela 4A?
Vela 4A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Jan 1970, 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 Vela 4A re-enter the atmosphere?
Vela 4A re-entered on 1 Jan 1970, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Vela 4A?
Vela 4A was operated by AFSSD and built by TRW (US).