ATV 3
Re-entered 28 Mar 2012ATV 3 (NORAD 38096, COSPAR 2012-010A) was a I-ESA satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Mar 2012, launched on 23 Mar 2012 on the ATV 3 mission. It was operated by ESA as part of the ATV programme. The spacecraft was built by EADSB on the ATV bus, with a mass of 19,714 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 ATV 3?
ATV 3 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Mar 2012, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2012. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did ATV 3 re-enter the atmosphere?
ATV 3 re-entered on 28 Mar 2012, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ATV 3?
ATV 3 was operated by ESA and built by EADSB (I-ESA).