IGS Optical-3 Test Sat
Re-entered 12 Nov 2013IGS Optical-3 Test Sat (NORAD 30587, COSPAR 2007-005B) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Nov 2013, launched on 24 Feb 2007 on the IGS Radar-2 mission. It was operated by CSICE as part of the IGS-O-G2 programme. The spacecraft was built by MELCO on the IGS-O bus, with a mass of 1,500 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 IGS Optical-3 Test Sat?
IGS Optical-3 Test Sat re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Nov 2013, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2007. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did IGS Optical-3 Test Sat re-enter the atmosphere?
IGS Optical-3 Test Sat re-entered on 12 Nov 2013, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built IGS Optical-3 Test Sat?
IGS Optical-3 Test Sat was operated by CSICE and built by MELCO (J).