FSW No. 3
Re-entered 2 Jan 1977FSW No. 3 (NORAD 9587, COSPAR 1976-117A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Jan 1977, launched on 7 Dec 1976 on the FSW No. 3 mission. It was operated by JGB7 as part of the FSWP programme. The spacecraft was built by CAST on the FSW bus, with a mass of 1,100 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 FSW No. 3?
FSW No. 3 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Jan 1977, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1976. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did FSW No. 3 re-enter the atmosphere?
FSW No. 3 re-entered on 2 Jan 1977, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built FSW No. 3?
FSW No. 3 was operated by JGB7 and built by CAST (CN).