DSCS II B-5
Re-entered 26 May 1975DSCS II B-5 (NORAD 7807, COSPAR 1975-040A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 May 1975, launched on 20 May 1975 on the DSCS II B-5 mission. It was operated by SAMSO / DCA as part of the DSCS programme. The spacecraft was built by TRW on the DSCS II bus, with a mass of 535 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 DSCS II B-5?
DSCS II B-5 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 May 1975, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1975. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did DSCS II B-5 re-enter the atmosphere?
DSCS II B-5 re-entered on 26 May 1975, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built DSCS II B-5?
DSCS II B-5 was operated by SAMSO / DCA and built by TRW (US).