AFCRL A
Re-entered 14 Dec 1983AFCRL A (NORAD 612, COSPAR 1963-026A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Dec 1983, launched on 28 Jun 1963 on the AFCRL A mission. It was operated by AFCRL as part of the AFCRL programme. The spacecraft was built by AFCRL on the GRS bus, with a mass of 66 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 AFCRL A?
AFCRL A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Dec 1983, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1963. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did AFCRL A re-enter the atmosphere?
AFCRL A re-entered on 14 Dec 1983, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built AFCRL A?
AFCRL A was operated by AFCRL and built by AFCRL (US).