Mariner 69-3
Re-entered 6 Mar 1969Mariner 69-3 (NORAD 3759, COSPAR 1969-014A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 Mar 1969, launched on 25 Feb 1969 on the Mariner 69-3 mission. It was operated by JPL as part of the Mariner programme. The spacecraft was built by JPL on the Mariner bus, with a mass of 385 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 Mariner 69-3?
Mariner 69-3 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 Mar 1969, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1969. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Mariner 69-3 re-enter the atmosphere?
Mariner 69-3 re-entered on 6 Mar 1969, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Mariner 69-3?
Mariner 69-3 was operated by JPL and built by JPL (US).