ATV 5
Re-entered 12 Aug 2014ATV 5 (NORAD 40103, COSPAR 2014-044A) was a I-ESA satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Aug 2014, launched on 29 Jul 2014 on the ATV 5 mission. It was operated by ESA as part of the ATV programme. The spacecraft was built by ADSB on the ATV bus, with a mass of 19,926 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 5?
ATV 5 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Aug 2014, 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 ATV 5 re-enter the atmosphere?
ATV 5 re-entered on 12 Aug 2014, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ATV 5?
ATV 5 was operated by ESA and built by ADSB (I-ESA).