ERS 28
Re-entered 15 Feb 1971ERS 28 (NORAD 3429, COSPAR 1968-081B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Feb 1971, launched on 26 Sep 1968 on the OV2-5 mission. It was operated by SAMSO as part of the ORS III programme. The spacecraft was built by TRW on the ORS bus, with a mass of 10 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 28?
ERS 28 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Feb 1971, 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 ERS 28 re-enter the atmosphere?
ERS 28 re-entered on 15 Feb 1971, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ERS 28?
ERS 28 was operated by SAMSO and built by TRW (US).