Parker Solar Probe
Re-entered 12 Aug 2018Parker Solar Probe (NORAD 43592, COSPAR 2018-065A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Aug 2018, launched on 12 Aug 2018 on the Solar Probe Plus mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the SOLTP programme. The spacecraft was built by APL on the PSP bus, with a mass of 685 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 Parker Solar Probe?
Parker Solar Probe re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Aug 2018, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2018. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Parker Solar Probe re-enter the atmosphere?
Parker Solar Probe re-entered on 12 Aug 2018, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Parker Solar Probe?
Parker Solar Probe was operated by GSFC and built by APL (US).