NASA S-3A
Re-entered 1 Jan 1965NASA S-3A (NORAD 432, COSPAR 1962 B GAM 1) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Jan 1965, launched on 2 Oct 1962. It was operated by GSFC as part of the Explorer EPE programme. The spacecraft was built by RAYM on the EPE bus, with a mass of 40 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 NASA S-3A?
NASA S-3A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Jan 1965, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1962. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did NASA S-3A re-enter the atmosphere?
NASA S-3A re-entered on 1 Jan 1965, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built NASA S-3A?
NASA S-3A was operated by GSFC and built by RAYM (US).