D3
Re-entered 8 Apr 2023D3 (NORAD 53767, COSPAR 1998-067UE) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Apr 2023, launched on 15 Jul 2022 on the Dragon C208.3 mission. It was operated by Embry-Riddle as part of the USALA programme. The spacecraft was built by ERAU/UFL on the Cubesat 2U bus, with a mass of 2 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 D3?
D3 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Apr 2023, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2022. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did D3 re-enter the atmosphere?
D3 re-entered on 8 Apr 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built D3?
D3 was operated by Embry-Riddle and built by ERAU/UFL (US).