Fram No. 4L
Re-entered 8 Jun 1977Fram No. 4L (NORAD 10021, COSPAR 1977-040A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Jun 1977, launched on 26 May 1977 on the Fram mission. It was operated by PRIR as part of the Fram programme. The spacecraft was built by TSSKB on the Fram bus, with a mass of 2,455 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 Fram No. 4L?
Fram No. 4L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Jun 1977, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1977. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Fram No. 4L re-enter the atmosphere?
Fram No. 4L re-entered on 8 Jun 1977, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Fram No. 4L?
Fram No. 4L was operated by PRIR and built by TSSKB (SU).