Fram No. 14L
Re-entered 28 Jul 1980Fram No. 14L (NORAD 11894, COSPAR 1980-061A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Jul 1980, launched on 15 Jul 1980 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. 14L?
Fram No. 14L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Jul 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 Fram No. 14L re-enter the atmosphere?
Fram No. 14L re-entered on 28 Jul 1980, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Fram No. 14L?
Fram No. 14L was operated by PRIR and built by TSSKB (SU).