TKS VA No. 009P/2
Re-entered 30 Mar 1978TKS VA No. 009P/2 (NORAD 10771, COSPAR 1978-032B) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 Mar 1978, launched on 30 Mar 1978 on the TKS VA No. 009A/P2 mission. It was operated by ZIKH as part of the TKS VA programme. The spacecraft was built by ZIKH on the TKS VA bus, with a mass of 3,800 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 TKS VA No. 009P/2?
TKS VA No. 009P/2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 Mar 1978, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1978. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did TKS VA No. 009P/2 re-enter the atmosphere?
TKS VA No. 009P/2 re-entered on 30 Mar 1978, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built TKS VA No. 009P/2?
TKS VA No. 009P/2 was operated by ZIKH and built by ZIKH (SU).