POPPY 1 Bravo
Re-entered 5 Feb 1967POPPY 1 Bravo (NORAD 513, COSPAR 1962 B TAU 5) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Feb 1967, launched on 13 Dec 1962. It was operated by NRO / NRL as part of the POPPY programme. The spacecraft was built by NRL on the NRL 20" bus, with a mass of 25 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 POPPY 1 Bravo?
POPPY 1 Bravo re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Feb 1967, 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 POPPY 1 Bravo re-enter the atmosphere?
POPPY 1 Bravo re-entered on 5 Feb 1967, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built POPPY 1 Bravo?
POPPY 1 Bravo was operated by NRO / NRL and built by NRL (US).