Rosetta
Re-entered 2 Mar 2004Rosetta (NORAD 28169, COSPAR 2004-006A) was a I-ESA satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Mar 2004, launched on 2 Mar 2004 on the Rosetta mission. It was operated by ESA as part of the ESA Plan programme. The spacecraft was built by EADSB on the Rosetta bus, with a mass of 2,965 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 Rosetta?
Rosetta re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Mar 2004, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2004. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Rosetta re-enter the atmosphere?
Rosetta re-entered on 2 Mar 2004, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Rosetta?
Rosetta was operated by ESA and built by EADSB (I-ESA).