Taifun-2A (02)
Re-entered 12 May 1980Taifun-2A (02) (NORAD 10149, COSPAR 1977-067A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 May 1980, launched on 19 Jul 1977 on the Vektor mission. It was operated by PVO as part of the Taifun-2A programme. The spacecraft was built by YUZH on the Romb bus, with a mass of 570 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 Taifun-2A (02)?
Taifun-2A (02) re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 May 1980, 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 Taifun-2A (02) re-enter the atmosphere?
Taifun-2A (02) re-entered on 12 May 1980, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Taifun-2A (02)?
Taifun-2A (02) was operated by PVO and built by YUZH (SU).