TecSAR-3
Re-entered 14 Jul 2024TecSAR-3 (NORAD 39650, COSPAR 2014-019A) was a IL satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Jul 2024, launched on 9 Apr 2014 on the 'Ofeq-10 mission. It was operated by DDRD / U9900 as part of the Ofeq programme. The spacecraft was built by IAI on the TecSar bus, with a mass of 300 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.
Lifecycle
Specifications
Frequently asked questions
What happened to TecSAR-3?
TecSAR-3 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Jul 2024, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2014. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did TecSAR-3 re-enter the atmosphere?
TecSAR-3 re-entered on 14 Jul 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built TecSAR-3?
TecSAR-3 was operated by DDRD / U9900 and built by IAI (IL).