UK 6
Re-entered 23 Sep 1990UK 6 (NORAD 11382, COSPAR 1979-047A) was a UK satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Sep 1990, launched on 2 Jun 1979 on the Ariel 6 mission. It was operated by SRC as part of the UK programme. The spacecraft was built by MARCO on the UK 6 bus, with a mass of 154 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 UK 6?
UK 6 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Sep 1990, 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 UK 6 re-enter the atmosphere?
UK 6 re-entered on 23 Sep 1990, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built UK 6?
UK 6 was operated by SRC and built by MARCO (UK).