Argon No. 15L
Re-entered 4 Nov 1979Argon No. 15L (NORAD 11592, COSPAR 1979-092A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Nov 1979, launched on 22 Oct 1979 on the Zenit-6 mission. It was operated by GUKOSR as part of the Zenit-6 programme. The spacecraft was built by TSSKB on the Zenit-6 bus, with a mass of 2,655 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 Argon No. 15L?
Argon No. 15L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 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 Argon No. 15L re-enter the atmosphere?
Argon No. 15L re-entered on 4 Nov 1979, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Argon No. 15L?
Argon No. 15L was operated by GUKOSR and built by TSSKB (SU).