Ikar No. 8L
Re-entered 15 Jun 2000Ikar No. 8L (NORAD 10860, COSPAR 1978-045A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Jun 2000, launched on 12 May 1978 on the Tselina-D mission. It was operated by GRU as part of the Tselina-D programme. The spacecraft was built by YUZH on the Tselina-D bus, with a mass of 1,750 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 Ikar No. 8L?
Ikar No. 8L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Jun 2000, 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 Ikar No. 8L re-enter the atmosphere?
Ikar No. 8L re-entered on 15 Jun 2000, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Ikar No. 8L?
Ikar No. 8L was operated by GRU and built by YUZH (SU).