San Marco A
Re-entered 11 Sep 1965San Marco A (NORAD 957, COSPAR 1964-084A) was a I satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Sep 1965, launched on 15 Dec 1964 on the San Marco 1 mission. It was operated by CRS as part of the San Marco programme. The spacecraft was built by CRA on the San Marco bus, with a mass of 116 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 San Marco A?
San Marco A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Sep 1965, 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 San Marco A re-enter the atmosphere?
San Marco A re-entered on 11 Sep 1965, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built San Marco A?
San Marco A was operated by CRS and built by CRA (I).