Ikar No. 15L
Re-entered 25 Nov 2001Ikar No. 15L (NORAD 11155, COSPAR 1978-117A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Nov 2001, launched on 19 Dec 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. 15L?
Ikar No. 15L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Nov 2001, 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. 15L re-enter the atmosphere?
Ikar No. 15L re-entered on 25 Nov 2001, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Ikar No. 15L?
Ikar No. 15L was operated by GRU and built by YUZH (SU).