US-P No. 116
Re-entered 24 Nov 1979US-P No. 116 (NORAD 11346, COSPAR 1979-036A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Nov 1979, launched on 25 Apr 1979 on the US-P mission. It was operated by VMF as part of the US-P programme. The spacecraft was built by ARSL/KOMET on the US-P bus, with a mass of 3,300 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 US-P No. 116?
US-P No. 116 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Nov 1979, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1979. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did US-P No. 116 re-enter the atmosphere?
US-P No. 116 re-entered on 24 Nov 1979, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built US-P No. 116?
US-P No. 116 was operated by VMF and built by ARSL/KOMET (SU).