Event Brief
NASA Satellite Makes Fiery Return to Earth
Filed: Mar 12, 2026 at 6:02 PM ET
Summary: NASA's Van Allen Probe A re-entered the atmosphere after 14 years in orbit, landing in the Pacific Ocean.
WHO: NASA
WHAT: Van Allen Probe A re-entered the atmosphere
WHEN: Mar 12, 2026 at 11:05 AM ET
WHERE: Pacific Ocean
WHY: Completion of its mission after 14 years in orbit
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