Mariner 73-2
Re-entered 3 Nov 1973Mariner 73-2 (NORAD 6919, COSPAR 1973-085A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Nov 1973, launched on 3 Nov 1973 on the Mariner 73J mission. It was operated by JPL as part of the Mariner programme. The spacecraft was built by BOKT on the Mariner bus, with a mass of 502 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 Mariner 73-2?
Mariner 73-2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Nov 1973, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1973. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Mariner 73-2 re-enter the atmosphere?
Mariner 73-2 re-entered on 3 Nov 1973, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Mariner 73-2?
Mariner 73-2 was operated by JPL and built by BOKT (US).