ERS 30
Re-entered 28 Apr 1968ERS 30 (NORAD 3067, COSPAR 1967-123B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Apr 1968, launched on 13 Dec 1967 on the Pioneer C mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the TTS programme. The spacecraft was built by TRW on the ORS bus, with a mass of 18 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 ERS 30?
ERS 30 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Apr 1968, 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 ERS 30 re-enter the atmosphere?
ERS 30 re-entered on 28 Apr 1968, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ERS 30?
ERS 30 was operated by GSFC and built by TRW (US).