LM 1 AS
Re-entered 23 Jan 1968LM 1 AS (NORAD 3106, COSPAR 1968-007A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Jan 1968, launched on 22 Jan 1968 on the Apollo 5 mission. It was operated by MSC as part of the LM AS programme. The spacecraft was built by GRUM on the LM AS bus, with a mass of 4,705 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 LM 1 AS?
LM 1 AS re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Jan 1968, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1968. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did LM 1 AS re-enter the atmosphere?
LM 1 AS re-entered on 23 Jan 1968, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built LM 1 AS?
LM 1 AS was operated by MSC and built by GRUM (US).