AE-D
Re-entered 12 Mar 1976AE-D (NORAD 8353, COSPAR 1975-096A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Mar 1976, launched on 6 Oct 1975 on the AE-D mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the Explorer AE programme. The spacecraft was built by RCA on the AE-C bus, with a mass of 675 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 AE-D?
AE-D re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Mar 1976, 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 AE-D re-enter the atmosphere?
AE-D re-entered on 12 Mar 1976, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built AE-D?
AE-D was operated by GSFC and built by RCA (US).