ESO
Re-entered 1 May 1981ESO (NORAD 12412, COSPAR 1980-047H) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 May 1981, launched on 6 Jun 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 1 May 1981, 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 1 May 1981, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ESO?
ESO was operated by PVO and built by YUZH (SU).