Venera-13
Re-entered 30 Oct 1981Venera-13 (NORAD 12927, COSPAR 1981-106A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 Oct 1981, launched on 30 Oct 1981 on the 4V-1M No. 760 mission. It is catalogued as 4V-1M No. 760. It was operated by IKI / Babakin as part of the 4V-1 programme. The spacecraft was built by NPOL on the Venera bus, with a mass of 2,718 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 Venera-13?
Venera-13 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 Oct 1981, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1981. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Venera-13 re-enter the atmosphere?
Venera-13 re-entered on 30 Oct 1981, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Venera-13?
Venera-13 was operated by IKI / Babakin and built by NPOL (SU).