Venera-12
Re-entered 14 Sep 1978Venera-12 (NORAD 11025, COSPAR 1978-086A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Sep 1978, launched on 14 Sep 1978 on the 4V-1 No. 361 mission. It is catalogued as 4V-1 No. 361. It was operated by IKI / Babakin as part of the 4V-1 programme. The spacecraft was built by NPOL on the Venera bus, with a mass of 2,718 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 Venera-12?
Venera-12 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Sep 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 Venera-12 re-enter the atmosphere?
Venera-12 re-entered on 14 Sep 1978, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Venera-12?
Venera-12 was operated by IKI / Babakin and built by NPOL (SU).