OGO A
Re-entered 6 Sep 1964OGO A (NORAD 879, COSPAR 1964-054A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 Sep 1964, launched on 5 Sep 1964 on the OGO A mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the EGO programme. The spacecraft was built by TRW on the OGO bus, with a mass of 487 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 OGO A?
OGO A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 Sep 1964, 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 OGO A re-enter the atmosphere?
OGO A re-entered on 6 Sep 1964, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built OGO A?
OGO A was operated by GSFC and built by TRW (US).