Science TechnologyWednesday, 11 March 2026·NASA
NASA's Van Allen Probe A Re-enters Earth's Atmosphere
NASA's Van Allen Probe A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 March, 14 years after launch, having studied the planet's radiation belts.
Key highlights
- Launched in August 2012; studied the Van Allen radiation belts.
- Re-entered on 11 March 2026.