DOS-5
Re-entered 29 Jul 1982DOS-5 (NORAD 10382, COSPAR 1977-097A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Jul 1982, launched on 29 Sep 1977 on the DOS 5 mission. It was operated by NPOE as part of the DOS programme. The spacecraft was built by ZIKH on the Almaz bus, with a mass of 19,824 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 DOS-5?
DOS-5 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Jul 1982, 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 DOS-5 re-enter the atmosphere?
DOS-5 re-entered on 29 Jul 1982, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built DOS-5?
DOS-5 was operated by NPOE and built by ZIKH (SU).