Fram No. 12L
Re-entered 26 Jul 1979Fram No. 12L (NORAD 11451, COSPAR 1979-066A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Jul 1979, launched on 13 Jul 1979 on the Fram mission. It was operated by PRIR as part of the Fram programme. The spacecraft was built by TSSKB on the Fram bus, with a mass of 2,455 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 Fram No. 12L?
Fram No. 12L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Jul 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 Fram No. 12L re-enter the atmosphere?
Fram No. 12L re-entered on 26 Jul 1979, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Fram No. 12L?
Fram No. 12L was operated by PRIR and built by TSSKB (SU).