SRV-1
Re-entered 28 Sep 2002SRV-1 (NORAD 13105, COSPAR 1982-006E) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Sep 2002, launched on 21 Jan 1982 on the GAMBIT-3 Mission 4352 mission. It was operated by NRO / SAFSP as part of the SRV programme. The spacecraft was built by GERSD on the SRV bus, with a mass of 127 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 SRV-1?
SRV-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Sep 2002, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1982. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did SRV-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
SRV-1 re-entered on 28 Sep 2002, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SRV-1?
SRV-1 was operated by NRO / SAFSP and built by GERSD (US).