S-S/C
Re-entered 19 Jun 2009S-S/C (NORAD 35316, COSPAR 2009-031B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Jun 2009, launched on 18 Jun 2009 on the LRO mission. It was operated by ARC as part of the NASA Lunar programme. The spacecraft was built by NGAS on the ESPA/EagleSat bus, with a mass of 891 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 S-S/C?
S-S/C re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Jun 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 S-S/C re-enter the atmosphere?
S-S/C re-entered on 19 Jun 2009, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built S-S/C?
S-S/C was operated by ARC and built by NGAS (US).