Apollo DM-2
Re-entered 17 Jul 1975Apollo DM-2 (NORAD 8042, COSPAR 1975-066C) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Jul 1975, launched on 15 Jul 1975 on the Apollo CM-111 mission. It was operated by JSC as part of the Apollo DM programme. The spacecraft was built by RWID on the DM bus, with a mass of 2,048 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 Apollo DM-2?
Apollo DM-2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Jul 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 Apollo DM-2 re-enter the atmosphere?
Apollo DM-2 re-entered on 17 Jul 1975, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Apollo DM-2?
Apollo DM-2 was operated by JSC and built by RWID (US).