OAR-907
Re-entered 19 Sep 1971OAR-907 (NORAD 5383, COSPAR 1971-067D) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Sep 1971, launched on 7 Aug 1971 on the OAR-901 mission. It was operated by STP / AFCRL as part of the OV1 A programme. The spacecraft was built by AFCRL on the RTDS bus, with a mass of 72 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 OAR-907?
OAR-907 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Sep 1971, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1971. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did OAR-907 re-enter the atmosphere?
OAR-907 re-entered on 19 Sep 1971, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built OAR-907?
OAR-907 was operated by STP / AFCRL and built by AFCRL (US).