Kosmos-1124
Re-entered 27 Sep 2023Kosmos-1124 (NORAD 11509, COSPAR 1979-077A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Sep 2023, launched on 28 Aug 1979 on the Oko mission. It is catalogued as Oko 5V95 No. 6006/3020. It was operated by PVO as part of the Oko D programme. The spacecraft was built by NPOL/KOMET on the Oko bus, with a mass of 1,250 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 Kosmos-1124?
Kosmos-1124 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Sep 2023, 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 Kosmos-1124 re-enter the atmosphere?
Kosmos-1124 re-entered on 27 Sep 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Kosmos-1124?
Kosmos-1124 was operated by PVO and built by NPOL/KOMET (SU).