STEREO Behind
Re-entered 26 Oct 2006STEREO Behind (NORAD 29511, COSPAR 2006-047B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Oct 2006, launched on 26 Oct 2006 on the STEREO Ahead mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the SOLTP programme. The spacecraft was built by APL on the Stereo bus, with a mass of 620 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 STEREO Behind?
STEREO Behind re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Oct 2006, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2006. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did STEREO Behind re-enter the atmosphere?
STEREO Behind re-entered on 26 Oct 2006, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built STEREO Behind?
STEREO Behind was operated by GSFC and built by APL (US).