Ikar No. 12L
Re-entered 10 Mar 2007Ikar No. 12L (NORAD 10973, COSPAR 1978-067A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Mar 2007, launched on 28 Jun 1978 on the EPN No. 03.0380? mission. It was operated by YUZH as part of the Tselina-D programme. The spacecraft was built by YUZH on the GVM bus, with a mass of 1,700 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. 12L?
Ikar No. 12L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Mar 2007, 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. 12L re-enter the atmosphere?
Ikar No. 12L re-entered on 10 Mar 2007, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Ikar No. 12L?
Ikar No. 12L was operated by YUZH and built by YUZH (SU).