ERS 31
Re-entered 19 Sep 1979ERS 31 (NORAD 3534, COSPAR 1968-100B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Sep 1979, launched on 8 Nov 1968 on the Pioneer D mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the TTS programme. The spacecraft was built by TRW on the ORS bus, with a mass of 18 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 31?
ERS 31 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Sep 1979, 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 31 re-enter the atmosphere?
ERS 31 re-entered on 19 Sep 1979, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ERS 31?
ERS 31 was operated by GSFC and built by TRW (US).