HEOS A1
Re-entered 6 Dec 1968HEOS A1 (NORAD 3595, COSPAR 1968-109A) was a I-ESRO satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 Dec 1968, launched on 5 Dec 1968 on the HEOS A1 mission. It was operated by ESRO as part of the HEOS programme. The spacecraft was built by JUNK on the HEOS bus, with a mass of 99 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 HEOS A1?
HEOS A1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 Dec 1968, 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 HEOS A1 re-enter the atmosphere?
HEOS A1 re-entered on 6 Dec 1968, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built HEOS A1?
HEOS A1 was operated by ESRO and built by JUNK (I-ESRO).