Venera-14
Re-entered 4 Nov 1981Venera-14 (NORAD 12938, COSPAR 1981-110A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Nov 1981, launched on 4 Nov 1981 on the 4V-1M No. 761 mission. It is catalogued as 4V-1M No. 761. 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-14?
Venera-14 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Nov 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-14 re-enter the atmosphere?
Venera-14 re-entered on 4 Nov 1981, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Venera-14?
Venera-14 was operated by IKI / Babakin and built by NPOL (SU).