Nimbus A
Re-entered 16 May 1974Nimbus A (NORAD 872, COSPAR 1964-052A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 May 1974, launched on 28 Aug 1964 on the Nimbus A mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the Nimbus programme. The spacecraft was built by GEVF on the Nimbus bus, with a mass of 376 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 Nimbus A?
Nimbus A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 May 1974, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1964. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Nimbus A re-enter the atmosphere?
Nimbus A re-entered on 16 May 1974, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Nimbus A?
Nimbus A was operated by GSFC and built by GEVF (US).