Chang'e-3
Re-entered 2 Dec 2013Chang'e-3 (NORAD 39458, COSPAR 2013-070A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Dec 2013, launched on 1 Dec 2013 on the CE-3 mission. It was operated by CASC as part of the Chang'e programme. The spacecraft was built by CAST on the DFH-3 bus, with a mass of 3,780 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 Chang'e-3?
Chang'e-3 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Dec 2013, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2013. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Chang'e-3 re-enter the atmosphere?
Chang'e-3 re-entered on 2 Dec 2013, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Chang'e-3?
Chang'e-3 was operated by CASC and built by CAST (CN).