Argon No. 17L
Re-entered 18 Mar 1980Argon No. 17L (NORAD 11722, COSPAR 1980-020A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 Mar 1980, launched on 4 Mar 1980 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. 17L?
Argon No. 17L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 Mar 1980, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1980. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Argon No. 17L re-enter the atmosphere?
Argon No. 17L re-entered on 18 Mar 1980, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Argon No. 17L?
Argon No. 17L was operated by GUKOSR and built by TSSKB (SU).