ESO
Re-entered 14 Dec 1980ESO (NORAD 12074, COSPAR 1980-067Y) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Dec 1980, launched on 31 Jul 1980 on the Romb mission. It was operated by PVO as part of the ESO programme. The spacecraft was built by YUZH on the ESO bus, with a mass of 5 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 ESO?
ESO re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Dec 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 ESO re-enter the atmosphere?
ESO re-entered on 14 Dec 1980, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ESO?
ESO was operated by PVO and built by YUZH (SU).