Kepler
Re-entered 7 Mar 2009Kepler (NORAD 34380, COSPAR 2009-011A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 7 Mar 2009, launched on 7 Mar 2009 on the Kepler mission. It was operated by ARC as part of the Discovery programme. The spacecraft was built by BALL on the BCP-2000 bus, with a mass of 1,052 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 Kepler?
Kepler re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 7 Mar 2009, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2009. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Kepler re-enter the atmosphere?
Kepler re-entered on 7 Mar 2009, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Kepler?
Kepler was operated by ARC and built by BALL (US).