Suggested Edit for Satellite
Suggested by ve3rqx on: 2025-07-21 21:13
Citation: moved deploy date to re-entry date; see McDowell GCAT, satcat table entry for S30776
Verdict: Approved
Reviewed by - on: 2025-07-22 08:58
| Name | FALCONSAT 3 |
| NORAD ID | 30776 |
| Followed NORAD ID | - |
| Alternative Names | PFS3 |
| Description | A US Military (DARPA) picosatellite that tests ambient plasma and micro propulsion attitude control systems. In september 2017 the US Airforce, who were in control of the satellite, transferred control to AMSAT for amateur use. The satellite's remaining life was expected to last for a further 5 to 6 years. |
| Owner/Operator | - |
| Status |
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| Countries of Origin | |
| Website | https://www.amsat.org/falconsat-3/ |
| Dashboard URL | - |
| Launch Date | March 9, 2007, midnight |
| Deploy Date | - |
| Re-entry Date | Jan. 21, 2023, 1:34 p.m. |
| Image |  |
| Field | Previous | Suggested |
|---|---|---|
| Deploy Date | Jan. 21, 2023, 1:34 p.m. | - |
| Re-entry Date | - | Jan. 21, 2023, 1:34 p.m. |