Parus
Re-entered 12 Nov 1989Parus (NORAD 11161, COSPAR 1978-119A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Nov 1989, launched on 20 Dec 1978 on the Parus mission. It was operated by VMF as part of the Parus programme. The spacecraft was built by OAZ on the KAUR-1 11F627 bus, with a mass of 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 Parus?
Parus re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Nov 1989, 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 Parus re-enter the atmosphere?
Parus re-entered on 12 Nov 1989, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Parus?
Parus was operated by VMF and built by OAZ (SU).