Argon No. 26L
Re-entered 3 Oct 1980Argon No. 26L (NORAD 11980, COSPAR 1980-076A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Oct 1980, launched on 19 Sep 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. 26L?
Argon No. 26L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Oct 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. 26L re-enter the atmosphere?
Argon No. 26L re-entered on 3 Oct 1980, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Argon No. 26L?
Argon No. 26L was operated by GUKOSR and built by TSSKB (SU).