Explorer 35
Re-entered 22 Jul 1967Explorer 35 (NORAD 2884, COSPAR 1967-070A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Jul 1967, launched on 19 Jul 1967 on the AIMP E mission. It is catalogued as AIMP E. It was operated by GSFC as part of the IMP programme. The spacecraft was built by GSFC on the AIMP bus, with a mass of 67 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 Explorer 35?
Explorer 35 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Jul 1967, 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 Explorer 35 re-enter the atmosphere?
Explorer 35 re-entered on 22 Jul 1967, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Explorer 35?
Explorer 35 was operated by GSFC and built by GSFC (US).