CST-100 SV3
Re-entered 22 Dec 2019CST-100 SV3 (NORAD 44900, COSPAR 2019-094A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Dec 2019, launched on 20 Dec 2019 on the Starliner SC3 mission. It was operated by BOCC as part of the Starliner programme. The spacecraft was built by BOC3PF on the CST-100 bus, with a mass of 8,000 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 CST-100 SV3?
CST-100 SV3 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Dec 2019, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2019. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did CST-100 SV3 re-enter the atmosphere?
CST-100 SV3 re-entered on 22 Dec 2019, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built CST-100 SV3?
CST-100 SV3 was operated by BOCC and built by BOC3PF (US).