UK 3
Re-entered 14 Dec 1970UK 3 (NORAD 2773, COSPAR 1967-042A) was a UK satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Dec 1970, launched on 5 May 1967 on the UK-3 mission. It was operated by SRC as part of the UK programme. The spacecraft was built by RAE/BAC on the UK-E bus, with a mass of 90 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 UK 3?
UK 3 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Dec 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 UK 3 re-enter the atmosphere?
UK 3 re-entered on 14 Dec 1970, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built UK 3?
UK 3 was operated by SRC and built by RAE/BAC (UK).