ATV 1
Re-entered 3 Apr 2008ATV 1 (NORAD 32686, COSPAR 2008-008A) was a I-ESA satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Apr 2008, launched on 9 Mar 2008 on the ATV 1 mission. It was operated by ESA as part of the ATV programme. The spacecraft was built by EADSB on the ATV bus, with a mass of 19,400 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 ATV 1?
ATV 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Apr 2008, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2008. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did ATV 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
ATV 1 re-entered on 3 Apr 2008, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ATV 1?
ATV 1 was operated by ESA and built by EADSB (I-ESA).